Mild cheddar cheese

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Is Mild cheddar cheese healthy?

Mild cheddar cheese scores 75/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This mild cheddar cheese is made from high-quality ingredients like cheddar cheese, cultured pasteurized milk, and microbial enzymes, which contribute to its nutritional benefits such as protein and calcium.

How processed is Mild cheddar cheese?

Mild cheddar cheese is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Mild cheddar cheese's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Cheddar cheese, Cultured pasteurized milk count in its favor. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Mild cheddar cheese

Publix
75 Good

Analysis updated May 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 2
Harmful ingredients 0
Owned by Publix
Category Cheese
Summary

This mild cheddar cheese is made from high-quality ingredients like cheddar cheese, cultured pasteurized milk, and microbial enzymes, which contribute to its nutritional benefits such as protein and calcium. The product is processed, but it avoids harmful additives and artificial ingredients, maintaining a clean label with minimal additives. The use of natural color (annatto) and starches for anti-caking are acceptable, keeping the product within a reasonable processing level for cheese.

Key ingredients 7

Cheddar cheese
Good

Cheddar cheese provides a rich source of protein and calcium, contributing to bone health and muscle function.

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Cultured pasteurized milk
Good

This ingredient supplies essential nutrients like calcium and vitamin D, supporting overall health and bone strength.

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Salt
Neutral

Standard formulation ingredient — neither beneficial nor harmful at typical use.

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Microbial enzymes
Neutral

Microbial enzymes are used in cheese production to develop texture and flavor without adding health risks.

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Annatto
Neutral

Annatto is a natural coloring agent that gives the cheese its characteristic color without affecting health.

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Potato starch
Neutral

Potato starch acts as a stabilizer or filler, ensuring the cheese maintains its texture during processing.

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Tapioca starch
Neutral

Tapioca starch is used to improve texture and consistency in cheese products without negative health effects.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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