40 Foods To Avoid After 40

Published on October 27, 2019 By Chloe Draws

American Cheese

So many kids in America grew up on this cheese, but can it even be classified as cheese at all? While cheese can provide a great source of calcium, American cheese is so highly processed that it barely contains any nutrients at all.

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Most American cheeses contain less than 50% of actual cheese and the rest of the ingredients include all kinds of preservatives and additives. American cheese is filled with vegetable oils which could be putting you at risk for clogged arteries and obesity. Sticking to fresh cheeses that have a short sell by date is a much healthier option.