Sargento OFF THE BLOCK MILD CHEDDAR SHREDDED NATURAL CHEDDAR CHEESE
Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores
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Summary
This shredded cheddar cheese is made from high-quality ingredients like pasteurized milk and cheese cultures, providing good protein and calcium content. However, it is considered ultra-processed due to the inclusion of additives such as potato starch, powdered cellulose, and natamycin, which are used to prevent caking and mold. While these additives are generally safe, they contribute to the product's higher processing level, which limits its score.
Key ingredients 8
Pasteurized MilkGood
Pasteurized milk is the primary source of the cheese's protein and calcium, making it a beneficial ingredient for bone health and muscle function.
See more about Pasteurized Milk →Cheese CultureGood
Cheese culture helps in the fermentation process, contributing to the flavor and digestibility of the cheese.
See more about Cheese Culture →SaltNeutral
Standard formulation ingredient — neither beneficial nor harmful at typical use.
See more about Salt →EnzymesNeutral
Standard formulation ingredient — neither beneficial nor harmful at typical use.
See more about Enzymes →Annatto (vegetable color)Neutral
Annatto is used solely for coloring the cheese, without affecting its nutritional value.
Potato StarchNeutral
Potato starch prevents caking and clumping, serving as a processing aid without nutritional impact.
See more about Potato Starch →Powdered CelluloseNeutral
Powdered cellulose is used to prevent caking and improve texture, with no significant health concerns.
See more about Powdered Cellulose →Natamycin (a natural mold inhibitor)Neutral
Natamycin inhibits mold growth, extending shelf life while being considered a natural preservative.
Processing
Ultra-Processed Foods
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