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Simply Nature MEXICAN A BLEND OF FINELY SHREDDED COLBY JACK, MONTEREY JACK, & CHEDDAR CHEESES

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Is Simply Nature MEXICAN A BLEND OF FINELY SHREDDED COLBY JACK, MONTEREY JACK, & CHEDDAR CHEESES healthy?

Simply Nature MEXICAN A BLEND OF FINELY SHREDDED COLBY JACK, MONTEREY JACK, & CHEDDAR CHEESES scores 70/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This cheese blend is made from organic colby jack, monterey jack, and cheddar cheeses, which are high-quality sources of protein and calcium.

How processed is Simply Nature MEXICAN A BLEND OF FINELY SHREDDED COLBY JACK, MONTEREY JACK, & CHEDDAR CHEESES?

Simply Nature MEXICAN A BLEND OF FINELY SHREDDED COLBY JACK, MONTEREY JACK, & CHEDDAR CHEESES is NOVA Group 4: Ultra-Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Simply Nature MEXICAN A BLEND OF FINELY SHREDDED COLBY JACK, MONTEREY JACK, & CHEDDAR CHEESES' score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Powdered Cellulose 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 MEXICAN A BLEND OF FINELY SHREDDED COLBY JACK, MONTEREY JACK, & CHEDDAR CHEESES

Simply Nature
70 Good

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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

This cheese blend is made from organic colby jack, monterey jack, and cheddar cheeses, which are high-quality sources of protein and calcium. The use of organic ingredients and minimal additives is positive, but the product is classified as ultra-processed due to the inclusion of powdered cellulose to prevent caking. Despite its nutritional benefits, the level of processing limits its score.

Key ingredients 5

Organic Colby Jack Cheese
Neutral

This cheese is made from organic milk and contains natural cheese cultures, making it a traditional dairy ingredient.

Organic Monterey Jack Cheese
Neutral

This cheese is produced from organic milk with microbial enzymes, reflecting standard cheese-making processes.

Organic Cheddar Cheese
Neutral

Made from organic milk and cheese cultures, this cheese provides natural flavor and dairy nutrition.

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En:e160b
Neutral

This additive is a natural colorant derived from annatto seeds, used to give cheese its appealing color.

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Powdered Cellulose
Bad

Powdered cellulose is added to prevent caking but is a highly processed additive that some consumers prefer to avoid.

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Processing

Group 4 · Ultra-processed

Ultra-Processed Foods

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