Common questions

Is British Extra Mature Cheddar, Strength 5 healthy?

British Extra Mature Cheddar, Strength 5 scores 75/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This British Extra Mature Cheddar is primarily made from milk, which is a high-quality ingredient providing protein and healthy fats.

How processed is British Extra Mature Cheddar, Strength 5?

British Extra Mature Cheddar, Strength 5 is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive British Extra Mature Cheddar, Strength 5's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Milk 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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British Extra Mature Cheddar, Strength 5

Name: British Extra Mature Cheddar, Strength 5
Brand: Valley Spire

Valley Spire

Good

Analysis updated July 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 1

Harmful ingredients 0

Owned by Lidl UK

Category Cheese

Summary

This British Extra Mature Cheddar is primarily made from milk, which is a high-quality ingredient providing protein and healthy fats. The cheese is processed, which limits its maximum score, but it benefits from having no harmful additives or seed oils. Its clean ingredient list and nutritional profile make it a solid choice within its category.

Key ingredients 1

Milk

Good

Whole dairy ingredient.

Risks

Potential risks include lactose intolerance or milk allergies in some individuals.

Benefits

Milk is a good source of calcium and protein, which are important for bone health and muscle maintenance.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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