Common questions

Is Mild Cheddar healthy?

Mild Cheddar scores 70/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This mild cheddar cheese is a processed food but maintains a relatively clean ingredient list, primarily consisting of milk and potato starch.

How processed is Mild Cheddar?

Mild Cheddar is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Mild Cheddar's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Mild 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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Mild Cheddar

Name: Mild Cheddar
Brand: Tesco

Tesco

Good

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 1

Harmful ingredients 0

Owned by Tesco PLC

Category Cheese

Summary

This mild cheddar cheese is a processed food but maintains a relatively clean ingredient list, primarily consisting of milk and potato starch. The cheese provides high-quality protein and essential nutrients like calcium, which are beneficial for bone health. However, the presence of potato starch and its processing level slightly reduce its score compared to more traditional, minimally processed cheeses.

Key ingredients 2

Mild Cheddar Cheese

Good

Mild Cheddar Cheese is a source of high-quality protein and calcium, essential for bone health. It is made from milk and contains beneficial fats and nutrients. The cheese-making process involves fermentation, which can enhance nutrient absorption.

Risks

Contains lactose, which may cause digestive issues for those with lactose intolerance.

Benefits

Rich in calcium and protein, supporting bone health and muscle maintenance. Contains beneficial fats and vitamins like A and B12.

Potato Starch

Neutral

Potato starch is used as an anti-caking agent in cheese products. It is a refined carbohydrate with minimal nutritional value. It does not significantly impact the nutritional profile of the cheese.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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