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EDAM NATURAL SLICES

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Is EDAM NATURAL SLICES healthy?

EDAM NATURAL SLICES scores 85/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — one of the stronger scores in Scout's catalog. This product consists of simple, traditional cheese ingredients: pasteurized milk, salt, cultures, and non-animal rennet.

How processed is EDAM NATURAL SLICES?

EDAM NATURAL SLICES is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive EDAM NATURAL SLICES' score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Pasteurised 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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EDAM NATURAL SLICES

Dairyworks
85 Excellent

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

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

This product consists of simple, traditional cheese ingredients: pasteurized milk, salt, cultures, and non-animal rennet. It is a processed food but maintains a clean label with no harmful additives or seed oils, which supports a high score within its category. The presence of beneficial ingredients like pasteurized milk contributes to its nutritional value, providing essential calcium and protein.

Key ingredients 4

Pasteurised Milk
Good

Pasteurised milk is a primary source of calcium and protein, essential for bone health and muscle maintenance. The pasteurization process ensures safety by eliminating harmful bacteria while retaining nutritional value. It is a high-quality animal-based protein with a complete amino acid profile.

Risks

Potential lactose intolerance or milk allergy concerns for sensitive individuals.

Benefits

Rich in calcium and protein, supporting bone health and muscle maintenance. Provides essential vitamins and minerals such as vitamin D and B12.

Cultures
Good

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

Benefits

Aid in the fermentation process, contributing to the development of flavor and texture in cheese.

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Salt
Neutral

Salt is used for flavor enhancement and preservation in cheese products. It is a refined ingredient without the trace minerals found in unrefined salts. While necessary for flavor, excessive consumption can contribute to high blood pressure.

Risks

Excessive intake may lead to increased blood pressure and cardiovascular issues.

Benefits

Enhances flavor and acts as a preservative in cheese, contributing to its shelf life.

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Enzyme
Neutral

Enzymes, such as non-animal rennet, are used to coagulate milk in cheese production. They are essential for the cheese-making process but do not contribute additional nutritional benefits. Non-animal rennet is suitable for vegetarians and does not carry the ethical concerns of animal-derived rennet.

Benefits

Facilitates the cheese-making process by coagulating milk, suitable for vegetarian diets.

Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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