Common questions

Is Organic whole milk Cottage Cheese healthy?

Organic whole milk Cottage Cheese scores 63/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This organic whole milk cottage cheese contains high-quality ingredients like organic milk and cream, which provide beneficial nutrients such as protein and healthy fats.

How processed is Organic whole milk Cottage Cheese?

Organic whole milk Cottage Cheese is NOVA Group 4: Ultra-Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Organic whole milk Cottage Cheese's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Cultured Pasteurized Organic Nonfat Milk, Organic Milk, Organic Cream count in its favor; Organic Locust Bean Gum is flagged as an ingredient of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

Organic whole milk Cottage Cheese

Name: Organic whole milk Cottage Cheese
Brand: Humboldt

Humboldt

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Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 4

Harmful ingredients 1

Category Milk

Summary

This organic whole milk cottage cheese contains high-quality ingredients like organic milk and cream, which provide beneficial nutrients such as protein and healthy fats. However, it is classified as ultra-processed due to the presence of stabilizers and additives, which limits its score despite the organic certification and nutrient-rich profile. The processing level necessitates a cap on the score, reflecting the impact of added ingredients on the overall healthiness of the product.