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Simply Nature Aged Cheddar Macaroni And Cheese

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Is Simply Nature Aged Cheddar Macaroni And Cheese healthy?

Simply Nature Aged Cheddar Macaroni And Cheese scores 75/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This product contains organic ingredients such as pasta, cheddar cheese, and whey, which contribute to its nutritional value and cleaner profile.

How processed is Simply Nature Aged Cheddar Macaroni And Cheese?

Simply Nature Aged Cheddar Macaroni And Cheese is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Simply Nature Aged Cheddar Macaroni And Cheese's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Organic Dried Cheddar Cheese (Organic Cultured Pasteurized Milk, Salt, Non-Animal Enzymes), Organic Whey count in its favor; Sodium Phosphate is flagged as an ingredient of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Simply Nature Aged Cheddar Macaroni And Cheese

Simply Nature
75 Good

Analysis updated September 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 2
Harmful ingredients 1
Owned by Aldi
Category Cheese
Summary

This product contains organic ingredients such as pasta, cheddar cheese, and whey, which contribute to its nutritional value and cleaner profile. However, it is processed and includes sodium phosphate, an additive that can impact kidney function and bone health if consumed excessively. The presence of this additive and the level of processing limit its overall health score.

Key ingredients 8

Organic Dried Cheddar Cheese (Organic Cultured Pasteurized Milk, Salt, Non-Animal Enzymes)
Good

Cheddar cheese offers protein and calcium, contributing positively to nutritional value with natural dairy ingredients.

Organic Whey
Good

Whey is a high-quality protein source that supports muscle maintenance and overall nutrition.

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Organic Pasta (Organic Wheat Flour)
Neutral

This ingredient provides a source of carbohydrates and energy, but is generally considered neutral in health impact due to its processed nature.

Salt
Neutral

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

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Silicon Dioxide
Neutral

Silicon dioxide is used as an anti-caking agent and is generally considered safe in small quantities.

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Lactic Acid
Neutral

Lactic acid is used for flavor and preservation, with a neutral impact on health.

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Annatto Extract
Neutral

Annatto extract is a natural coloring agent derived from seeds, used to give the product its color without significant health impact.

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Sodium Phosphate
Bad

Sodium phosphate is often used as an additive and may be associated with negative health effects when consumed in excess.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

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