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Sharp Cheddar Cheese Shreds, 8 OZ
dairy-eggs/cheese
📊 NOVA 4🌾 Gluten-Free✨ Seed Oil Free

Sharp Cheddar Cheese Shreds, 8 OZ

365 by Whole Foods Market
Available at Whole Foods
110
Calories
7g
Protein
170mg
Sodium
16
Ingredients

What You Should Know

You’d spot this in the dairy aisle or refrigerated cheese section — a pre-shredded bag ready for tacos, mac & cheese, or a quick salad topper. It feels practical and slightly indulgent, offering familiar cheesy comfort without the effort of grating. The anticake agents and pre-shredded format reveal industrial processing to preserve texture and free-flowing clumps, hinting at ultra-processed characteristics.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 OZ
Servings per Container: 8
Calories110
% Daily Value*
Total Fat9g12%
Saturated Fat6g30%
Trans Fat0g
Cholesterol30mg10%
Sodium170mg7%
Total Carbohydrate0g0%
Protein7g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

CHEDDAR, CHEESE, (CULTURED, PASTEURIZED, MILK,, SALT,, MICROBIAL, ENZYMES,, ANNATTO, [COLOR]), ANTICAKE, BLEND, (POTATO, STARCH,, POWDERED, CELLULOSE)..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • ANNATTO - Artificial coloring
No Additive

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

The product contains added anticake agents (potato starch, powdered cellulose) and is mechanically shredded and packaged, reflecting industrial formulations and additives. These processing steps and functional additives are consistent with NOVA group 4 (ultra-processed).

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Common Questions about Sharp Cheddar Cheese Shreds, 8 OZ

Well, 'healthy' can be a bit subjective, right? These shreds pack a solid protein punch with 7 grams per ounce and are low in sugar, making them a decent option for a cheesy snack or ingredient. Just remember, it's all about balance — pairing them with veggies or whole grains can elevate your meal even more!

Perfect For

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game-day-prep
meal-prep-sunday

Vibe:

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$3.29
per package