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Leerdammer Original

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Common questions

Is Leerdammer Original healthy?

Leerdammer Original scores 85/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — one of the stronger scores in Scout's catalog. Leerdammer Original is a processed cheese with a simple ingredient list consisting of milk, salt, cultures, and a vegetarian coagulant.

How processed is Leerdammer Original?

Leerdammer Original is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Leerdammer Original's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Milk, 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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Leerdammer Original

Leerdammer
85 Excellent

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 2
Harmful ingredients 0
Owned by Lactalis
Category Cheese
Summary

Leerdammer Original is a processed cheese with a simple ingredient list consisting of milk, salt, cultures, and a vegetarian coagulant. The absence of harmful additives and the use of whole milk as a primary ingredient contribute positively to its score. However, as a processed food, its score is capped, despite its clean label and beneficial nutritional profile.

Key ingredients 4

Milk
Good

Milk is a primary source of calcium and protein, essential for bone health and muscle maintenance. It is a whole food ingredient that provides a range of nutrients including vitamins A and D. The quality of milk can vary based on the diet of the cows, with grass-fed options being more nutrient-dense.

Risks

Potential risks include lactose intolerance or milk allergies in some individuals.

Benefits

Rich in calcium and protein, supporting bone health and muscle function. Provides essential vitamins and minerals.

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Cultures
Good

Beneficial ingredient — whole-food or functional value in this product class.

Benefits

Contributes to the development of flavor and texture in cheese. May provide probiotic benefits depending on the strains used.

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Salt
Neutral

Salt is used for flavor enhancement and preservation in cheese. It is a common ingredient in processed foods and provides sodium, an essential electrolyte. However, excessive consumption of salt can lead to health issues such as hypertension.

Risks

High sodium intake can contribute to increased blood pressure and cardiovascular issues.

Benefits

Provides sodium, an essential electrolyte necessary for fluid balance and nerve function.

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Vegetarian coagulant
Neutral

Vegetarian coagulant is used as an alternative to animal rennet in cheese production. It helps in curdling milk to form cheese and is suitable for vegetarian diets. The source of the coagulant can vary, including microbial or plant-based origins.

Benefits

Suitable for vegetarians and aids in the cheese-making process by curdling milk.

Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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