FRESHLY SHREDDED PARMESAN CHEESE

Common questions

Is FRESHLY SHREDDED PARMESAN CHEESE healthy?

FRESHLY SHREDDED PARMESAN CHEESE scores 78/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This shredded Parmesan cheese is primarily composed of high-quality Parmesan, which is a good source of protein and calcium.

How processed is FRESHLY SHREDDED PARMESAN CHEESE?

FRESHLY SHREDDED PARMESAN CHEESE is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive FRESHLY SHREDDED PARMESAN CHEESE's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Parmesan cheese (pasteurized part-skim milk, cheese cultures, salt, enzymes) counts in its favor. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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FRESHLY SHREDDED PARMESAN CHEESE

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78 Good

Analysis updated July 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 1
Harmful ingredients 0
Owned by Saputo Cheese USA Inc.
Category Cheese
Summary

This shredded Parmesan cheese is primarily composed of high-quality Parmesan, which is a good source of protein and calcium. However, it includes powdered cellulose to prevent caking and natamycin as a preservative, which are additives that slightly detract from its overall purity. The product is processed, which limits its score despite the beneficial ingredients.

Key ingredients 3

Parmesan cheese (pasteurized part-skim milk, cheese cultures, salt, enzymes)
Good

This ingredient is a natural cheese made from milk and cultures, providing high-quality protein and calcium, which are beneficial for health.

powdered cellulose to prevent caking
Neutral

Powdered cellulose is an additive used to prevent clumping, and it is generally considered safe and inert in small amounts.

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natamycin to protect flavor
Neutral

Natamycin is a natural antifungal agent used to preserve flavor and prevent spoilage, with minimal impact on health.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

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