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Marketside COLBY JACK CHEESE CUBES

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Common questions

Is Marketside COLBY JACK CHEESE CUBES healthy?

Marketside COLBY JACK CHEESE CUBES scores 75/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This product consists of traditional cheese ingredients such as pasteurized milk, cheese cultures, salt, enzymes, and annatto extract, which are typical for cheese-making and contribute to its flavor and texture.

How processed is Marketside COLBY JACK CHEESE CUBES?

Marketside COLBY JACK CHEESE CUBES is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Marketside COLBY JACK CHEESE CUBES' score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Cheese Cultures 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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Marketside COLBY JACK CHEESE CUBES

Marketside
75 Good

Analysis updated October 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 1
Harmful ingredients 0
Owned by Walmart
Category Cheese
Summary

This product consists of traditional cheese ingredients such as pasteurized milk, cheese cultures, salt, enzymes, and annatto extract, which are typical for cheese-making and contribute to its flavor and texture. Despite being processed, it lacks harmful additives or seed oils, which helps maintain a relatively high score. The clean ingredient list and traditional cheese-making process allow it to score well within the processed food category.

Key ingredients 5

Cheese Cultures
Good

Cheese cultures are beneficial bacteria used in the fermentation process of cheese. They enhance flavor and texture while contributing to gut health. These cultures are essential for traditional cheese-making.

Benefits

Supports gut health by promoting beneficial bacteria in the digestive system.

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Pasteurized Milk
Neutral

Pasteurized milk is a common base for cheese, providing essential nutrients like calcium and protein. The pasteurization process kills harmful bacteria but may also reduce some beneficial enzymes. It is a standard ingredient in cheese production.

Benefits

Provides calcium and protein, essential for bone health and muscle maintenance.

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Salt
Neutral

Salt is used in cheese for flavor and as a preservative. It is a necessary component in cheese-making but should be consumed in moderation due to sodium content. It does not provide additional nutritional benefits beyond sodium.

Risks

Excessive consumption can lead to high blood pressure and other cardiovascular issues.

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Enzymes
Neutral

Enzymes are used in cheese-making to coagulate milk, forming curds. They are essential for the cheese-making process but do not contribute additional nutritional value. Typically derived from animal or microbial sources.

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Annatto Extract
Neutral

Annatto extract is a natural coloring agent derived from the seeds of the achiote tree. It is used to give cheese its characteristic yellow-orange color. It is generally considered safe and does not affect the nutritional profile of the cheese.

Risks

In rare cases, may cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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