Don't Buy, Even with 25% Discount: Roskachestvo Names Brands of Cheese Whose Manufacturers Blatantly Lie to Buyers
Introduction
Roskachestvo, a Russian consumer watchdog, has conducted a study of popular cheese brands and found that some manufacturers are misleading consumers about the quality of their products. The study found that some brands of cheese contain vegetable fats, which are not allowed under Russian law. Other brands were found to have a lower fat content than claimed on the packaging.The study tested 36 brands of processed cheese and 35 brands of hard cheese. The results showed that 13 brands of processed cheese and 10 brands of hard cheese contained vegetable fats. These fats are cheaper than milk fat, and their use in cheese is illegal in Russia.
The study also found that 14 brands of hard cheese had a lower fat content than claimed on the packaging. This means that consumers are paying for a product that is not as fatty as they think it is.
The Consequences of Buying Low-Quality Cheese
Consuming cheese that contains vegetable fats can have negative health consequences. Vegetable fats are high in saturated fat, which can increase the risk of heart disease and other health problems.
Buying cheese with a lower fat content than claimed can also be a problem. Cheese is a good source of calcium and other nutrients, and consuming less fat can mean consuming less of these nutrients.
How to Avoid Buying Low-Quality Cheese
There are a few things you can do to avoid buying low-quality cheese:
- Read the packaging carefully. Make sure that the cheese you are buying does not contain vegetable fats or has a lower fat content than claimed.
- Buy cheese from reputable brands. Roskachestvo's study found that some of the most popular brands of cheese were guilty of misleading consumers.
- Support local cheesemakers. Local cheesemakers are more likely to use high-quality ingredients and produce cheese that is made to a high standard.
Conclusion
It is important to be aware of the risks of buying low-quality cheese. By following the tips above, you can avoid buying cheese that is not as good as it seems.
