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Sliced Medium Cheddar Cheese

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Common questions

Is Sliced Medium Cheddar Cheese healthy?

Sliced Medium 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 sliced medium cheddar cheese is made from pasteurized milk, cheese culture, salt, enzymes, and annatto for coloring, which are traditional ingredients for cheese.

How processed is Sliced Medium Cheddar Cheese?

Sliced Medium Cheddar Cheese is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Sliced Medium Cheddar Cheese's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Pasteurized milk, Cheese culture 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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Sliced Medium Cheddar Cheese

Tops Markets, LLC
75 Good

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 2
Harmful ingredients 0
Owned by Tops Markets, LLC
Category Cheese
Summary

This sliced medium cheddar cheese is made from pasteurized milk, cheese culture, salt, enzymes, and annatto for coloring, which are traditional ingredients for cheese. The product is processed, but it maintains a clean ingredient list without any harmful additives or seed oils. The use of annatto as a natural colorant is acceptable, and the cheese provides beneficial nutrients like protein and calcium.

Key ingredients 5

Pasteurized milk
Good

Pasteurized milk is a primary ingredient in cheese, providing essential nutrients like calcium and protein. The pasteurization process ensures safety by eliminating harmful bacteria. It is a high-quality source of animal protein and beneficial fats.

Benefits

Rich in calcium and protein, supporting bone health and muscle maintenance.

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Cheese culture
Good

Beneficial ingredient — whole-food or functional value in this product class.

Benefits

Contributes to the fermentation process, enhancing flavor and texture.

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Salt
Neutral

Salt is used in cheese for flavor enhancement and as a preservative. It helps control the growth of unwanted bacteria during fermentation. While necessary in cheesemaking, excessive consumption of salt can lead to health issues.

Risks

High sodium intake can contribute to hypertension and cardiovascular issues.

Benefits

Enhances flavor and acts as a preservative in cheese.

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Enzymes
Neutral

Enzymes are crucial in the cheesemaking process, aiding in milk coagulation. They help develop the texture and flavor of the cheese. Typically derived from animal or microbial sources, they are essential for cheese production.

Benefits

Essential for coagulation and texture development in cheese.

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Annatto
Neutral

Annatto is a natural coloring agent derived from the seeds of the achiote tree. It is used to give cheese its characteristic yellow-orange color. As a natural colorant, it is generally considered safe and free from significant health concerns.

Benefits

Provides natural color without artificial additives.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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