Violife Just like Cream Cheese Original, Dairy-Free Vegan
Why It Scored This Way
Weak nutritional value, significant processing, or both make this product less supportive of a health-focused diet.
- Sodium
- Saturated Fat
- Protein
- Fiber
Verdict
Violife Just like Cream Cheese Original, Dairy-Free Vegan is a spreadable plant-based alternative to traditional cream cheese. Its main strength is the relatively low sodium content, while its main tradeoff is a high concentration of saturated fat. Overall, it serves as a flavor-focused condiment rather than a nutrient-dense food.
How to Use This
Best kept to limited use within a balanced diet, in controlled portions and not as a routine choice. Use it as a spread for a toasted bagel or as a creamy base for a vegetable wrap.
Nutrition Overview
The profile is dominated by saturated fat and lacks protein or fiber. While the sodium levels are modest, the overall nutrient density is very low.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 70 | Per serving |
| Total Fat | 7g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | — |
| Sodium | 140mg | 6% |
| Total Carbs | 2g | 1% |
| Dietary Fiber | 0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars | 0g | — |
| Added Sugars | 0g | 0% |
| Protein | 0g | — |
Ingredient Analysis
This spread is built from coconut oil and potato starch to achieve its creamy texture. The addition of refined starches and flavorings creates a formulated composition designed for consistency and taste.
Ingredients
Filtered Water, Coconut Oil, Potato Starch, Salt (Sea Salt), Glucono-Delta-Lactone, Flavor (Vegan Sources), Olive Extract, Vitamin B12.
