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Medium cheddar Duchy

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Is Medium cheddar Duchy healthy?

Medium cheddar Duchy scores 75/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This medium cheddar cheese is primarily composed of cheddar cheese made from milk, which is a source of high-quality protein and essential nutrients like calcium.

How processed is Medium cheddar Duchy?

Medium cheddar Duchy is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Medium cheddar Duchy's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Cheddar cheese 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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Medium cheddar Duchy

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 1
Harmful ingredients 0
Owned by John Lewis Partnership
Category Cheese
Summary

This medium cheddar cheese is primarily composed of cheddar cheese made from milk, which is a source of high-quality protein and essential nutrients like calcium. The product is minimally processed, retaining most of its natural benefits, and lacks any harmful additives or artificial ingredients. Despite being processed, the clean ingredient list and nutritional profile support a high score within its category.

Key ingredients 1

Cheddar cheese
Good

Cheddar cheese is a source of high-quality protein and essential nutrients like calcium. It is made from milk and undergoes a fermentation process that enhances its nutritional profile. The cheese is minimally processed, retaining most of its natural benefits.

Risks

Potential risks include lactose intolerance and high saturated fat content, which may affect heart health if consumed in excess.

Benefits

Rich in calcium and protein, supporting bone health and muscle maintenance. Contains beneficial bacteria from fermentation that may aid digestion.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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