Why is Gouda in Scheiben classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The cheese is considered ultra‑processed because, beyond pasteurised milk and natural cultures, the product includes added salt, cheese‑making cultures, microbial rennet and is sealed in a protective‑atmosphere pack, all of which are listed as separate ingredients and are typical of NOVA 4 foods.

How do the saturated fat and salt levels in this sliced Gouda affect heart‑healthy or hypertension diets?

With 18 g of saturated fat per 100 g, the cheese can raise LDL cholesterol when consumed in excess, and its 1.7 g of salt, while lower than the average for sliced cheese, still counts as a high‑salt ingredient, making regular consumption unsuitable for strict heart‑healthy or low‑sodium diets.

Is the milk used in this cheese a problem for individuals with dairy allergies or lactose intolerance?

The cheese is made from pasteurised cow's milk, so it contains milk proteins that trigger dairy allergies and a small amount of lactose; however, the aging process reduces lactose content, allowing many lactose‑intolerant people to tolerate modest portions, but it remains unsafe for those with a milk protein allergy.

Milbona • 400 g

Gouda in Scheiben

Milk And Dairy Products

Product Insights

Gouda in Scheiben is a sliced semi‑hard Gouda cheese from Milbona, sold at Lidl. It delivers a high fat content of 28 g per 100 g, saturated fat of 18 g, protein of 24 g, low sugars (0.1 g) and a salt level of 1.7 g, resulting in a Nutri‑Score of D. The cheese is packaged in a protective atmosphere and contains added salt, cheese cultures and microbial rennet, classifying it as an ultra‑processed product (NOVA 4).

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

low

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Added Sugars0 g

Fruits & Vegetables0 %

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average sliced cheese, this Gouda has more fat (28 g vs 25 g) and saturated fat (18 g vs 15.3 g), slightly less salt (1.7 g vs 3.3 g), and higher energy (348 kcal vs 323 kcal).

Ingredients

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