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Cheddar

Cheddar is a hard, aged cow's‑milk cheese originating from England that is now widely used across cuisines for grating, melting and snacking; varieties range from mild to sharp depending on aging. It is a concentrated source of animal protein and provides about 23.3g of protein per 100g, plus significant amounts of calcium and B‑vitamins that support bone and nerve health. Nutritionally, Cheddar delivers high‑quality amino acids but is also energy‑dense and relatively high in saturated fat and sodium, so portions are worth watching when used regularly.

Vegetarian · Lactose free · Gluten free · Processed · ~1.70€/100g

Kinome Health Grade

C

Fair

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Nutrition

Macronutrients per selected portion. Derived from Cheddar Cheese.

Calories

409 kcal

20% of Daily kcal · energy-dense

Protein

23 g

47% RDI

Fat

34 g

19g sat fat

Carbs

2.4 g

1% RDI

Sugar

0.3 g

1% RDI

Fiber

0 g

0% RDI

Salt

0.7 g

13% RDI

Nutrition quality

Scored against dietary guidelines. Tap rows for a deeper breakdown.

Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science

C · 5.5 / 10

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Frequently asked

Q.01Is Cheddar healthy?

Cheddar is rated moderate (Health Grade C) per 100g and can be part of a balanced diet.

Q.03What NOVA processing level is Cheddar?

Cheddar is NOVA 3 - Processed.

Q.05Is Cheddar gluten free?

Yes, Cheddar is gluten free.

Q.02What are the macros in Cheddar?

100g of Cheddar contains 409 kcal, 23.3g protein, 2.44g carbohydrates, 34g fat, and 0g fiber.

Q.04Is Cheddar vegetarian?

Yes, Cheddar is vegetarian but not vegan.

Q.06Is Cheddar lactose free?

Yes, Cheddar is lactose free.

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