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Cheddar

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Is Cheddar healthy?

Cheddar scores 75/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This cheddar cheese is made from high-quality ingredients such as pasteurized cow's milk, salt, microbial rennet, and cheese cultures, which contribute to its nutritional value and flavor.

How processed is Cheddar?

Cheddar is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Cheddar's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Pasteurized cow's milk, Cheese cultures 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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Cheddar

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75 Good

Analysis updated May 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 7
Harmful ingredients 0
Owned by Schwarz Group
Category Cheese
Summary

This cheddar cheese is made from high-quality ingredients such as pasteurized cow's milk, salt, microbial rennet, and cheese cultures, which contribute to its nutritional value and flavor. The product is processed, but it avoids harmful additives and maintains a clean ingredient list, which supports its relatively high score. The presence of beneficial bacteria from cheese cultures and the absence of artificial additives enhance its health profile, although the processing level limits its maximum potential score.

Key ingredients 4

Pasteurized cow's milk
Very Good

Pasteurized cow's milk is a high-quality source of protein and calcium, essential for bone health. The pasteurization process ensures safety by eliminating harmful bacteria while retaining nutritional value. It is a fundamental ingredient in cheese, providing a rich and creamy texture.

Benefits

Rich in protein and calcium, supporting bone health and muscle function. Provides essential vitamins and minerals such as vitamin B12 and phosphorus.

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Cheese cultures
Very Good

Cheese cultures are beneficial bacteria that aid in the fermentation process, enhancing flavor and texture. They contribute to the development of the cheese's unique characteristics. These cultures can also support gut health by promoting beneficial bacteria.

Benefits

Enhances flavor and texture while supporting gut health through beneficial bacteria. Essential for developing the cheese's unique characteristics.

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Salt
Neutral

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

Risks

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

Benefits

Enhances flavor and acts as a natural preservative in cheese. Helps in controlling the texture and moisture content of the cheese.

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Microbial rennet
Neutral

Microbial rennet is an enzyme used to coagulate milk, essential in cheese production. It is a vegetarian alternative to animal rennet, making it suitable for vegetarians. It does not significantly impact the nutritional profile of the cheese.

Benefits

Provides a vegetarian-friendly option for cheese coagulation. Essential for the cheese-making process without altering nutritional content.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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