West Country Extra Mature Cheddar and Red Leicester Loaf vs Red Leicester
Overall, West Country Extra Mature Cheddar and Red Leicester Loaf has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 6 of our comparison points versus 2.
West Country Extra Mature Cheddar and Red Leicester Loaf
Red Leicester
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | West Country Extra Mature Ch... | Red Leicester |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | c | d |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 270 kcal | 403 kcal |
| Fat | 8.2 g | 33.6 g |
| Saturated fat | 4.6 g | 21.1 g |
| Sugars | 0.8 g | 0.1 g |
| Salt | 1 g | 1.7 g |
| Fiber | 3.9 g | — |
| Protein | 12.5 g | 25 g |
| Additives | 2 | 1 |
| Allergens | Gluten, Milk | Milk |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- West Country Extra Mature Cheddar and Red Leicester Loaf has 33% fewer calories (270 kcal vs 403 kcal).
- West Country Extra Mature Cheddar and Red Leicester Loaf has 76% less fat (8.2 g vs 33.6 g).
- West Country Extra Mature Cheddar and Red Leicester Loaf has 78% less saturated fat (4.6 g vs 21.1 g).
- Red Leicester has 88% less sugar (0.1 g vs 0.8 g).
- West Country Extra Mature Cheddar and Red Leicester Loaf has 42% less salt (1 g vs 1.7 g).
- Red Leicester has 50% more protein (25 g vs 12.5 g).
- West Country Extra Mature Cheddar and Red Leicester Loaf has the better Nutri-Score.
- Only West Country Extra Mature Cheddar and Red Leicester Loaf lists: Gluten.
Ingredients
West Country Extra Mature Cheddar and Red Leicester Loaf
Wheatflour (contains Gluten) Water Mature Cheddar Cheese ( Milk) (10%) West Country Vintage Cheddar Cheese (Milk) (7%) Red Leicester Cheese (2.5%) (Red Leicester Cheese (Milk) Colour: Carotenes) Wheat Fibre (contains Gluten) Salt Wheatflour contains Gluten (with Wheatflour. Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Niacin Thiamin) Yeast Malted Barley Flour (contains Gluten) Vitamin D Yeast.
Red Leicester
Red Leicester Cheese (Milk), Colour (Annatto)
FAQ
Which is healthier: West Country Extra Mature Cheddar and Red Leicester Loaf or Red Leicester?
Overall, West Country Extra Mature Cheddar and Red Leicester Loaf has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. We compare Nutri-Score, processing level and seven nutrients per 100 g. Your own needs (for example low sugar or high protein) may make a different choice better for you.
Which has fewer calories?
West Country Extra Mature Cheddar and Red Leicester Loaf has fewer calories: 270 kcal versus 403 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Red Leicester has less sugar: 0.1 g versus 0.8 g per 100 g.