SHARP CHEDDAR CHEESE

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Is SHARP CHEDDAR CHEESE healthy?

SHARP CHEDDAR CHEESE scores 70/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This sharp cheddar cheese is primarily made from traditional cheese-making ingredients, providing high-quality protein and calcium.

How processed is SHARP CHEDDAR CHEESE?

SHARP CHEDDAR CHEESE is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive SHARP CHEDDAR CHEESE's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Cheddar cheese, 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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SHARP CHEDDAR CHEESE

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70 Good

Analysis updated June 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 4
Harmful ingredients 0
Owned by Walmart
Category Cheese
Summary

This sharp cheddar cheese is primarily made from traditional cheese-making ingredients, providing high-quality protein and calcium. However, it includes natamycin as a mold inhibitor and anti-caking agents, which are typical in processed cheeses but may not align with preferences for minimal processing. The presence of these additives and the processing level limit its score despite the overall clean ingredient list.

Key ingredients 8

Cheddar cheese
Good

Cheddar cheese provides high-quality protein and calcium, making it a nutritious dairy option.

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Pasteurized milk
Good

Pasteurized milk is a good source of essential nutrients like calcium and vitamin D, supporting bone health.

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Cheese culture
Good

Cheese cultures help produce the characteristic flavor and texture of cheese while supporting digestion.

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Powdered cellulose
Good

Powdered cellulose acts as an anti-caking agent, maintaining the cheese's texture and quality.

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Salt
Neutral

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

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Enzymes
Neutral

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

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Annatto color
Neutral

Annatto color is a natural additive used to give cheese its distinctive color without affecting taste or nutrition.

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Potato starch
Neutral

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

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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