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Clover Sonoma ORGANIC COTTAGE CHEESE

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Is Clover Sonoma ORGANIC COTTAGE CHEESE healthy?

Clover Sonoma ORGANIC COTTAGE CHEESE scores 65/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This organic cottage cheese contains high-quality ingredients like cultured organic nonfat milk, organic milk, and organic cream, which provide essential nutrients and healthy fats.

How processed is Clover Sonoma ORGANIC COTTAGE CHEESE?

Clover Sonoma ORGANIC COTTAGE CHEESE is NOVA Group 4: Ultra-Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Clover Sonoma ORGANIC COTTAGE CHEESE's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Cultured organic nonfat milk, Organic milk, Organic cream count in its favor; Carrageenan is flagged as an ingredient of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Clover Sonoma ORGANIC COTTAGE CHEESE

Clover Sonoma
65 Fair

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 3
Harmful ingredients 1
Owned by Clover Stornetta Farms, Inc.
Category Cheese
Summary

This organic cottage cheese contains high-quality ingredients like cultured organic nonfat milk, organic milk, and organic cream, which provide essential nutrients and healthy fats. However, it is classified as ultra-processed due to the presence of multiple stabilizers and additives, including carrageenan, which can cause digestive issues for some individuals. The processing level and the use of additives limit its score despite the organic certification and beneficial ingredients.

Key ingredients 10

Cultured organic nonfat milk
Good

This ingredient is a natural source of protein and probiotics, supporting digestive health and overall nutrition.

Organic milk
Good

Organic milk provides essential nutrients like calcium and vitamin D, contributing to bone health.

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Organic cream
Good

Organic cream adds flavor and richness, derived from natural dairy sources without synthetic additives.

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Salt
Neutral

Salt is used for flavor enhancement and preservation, with moderate amounts generally safe for consumption.

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Organic Guar Gum
Neutral

Part of Stabilizer. These stabilizers help maintain product texture and consistency, sourced from natural or organic origins.

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Xanthan Gum
Neutral

Part of Stabilizer. These stabilizers help maintain product texture and consistency, sourced from natural or organic origins.

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Organic Locust Bean Gum
Neutral

Part of Stabilizer. These stabilizers help maintain product texture and consistency, sourced from natural or organic origins.

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Vitamin a palmitate
Neutral

Vitamin A palmitate is added to fortify the product with essential vitamin A, supporting vision and immune health.

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Carbon dioxide (to maintain freshness)
Neutral

Carbon dioxide is used to preserve freshness and prevent spoilage without affecting the nutritional quality.

Carrageenan
Bad

Part of Stabilizer. These stabilizers help maintain product texture and consistency, sourced from natural or organic origins.

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Processing

Group 4 · Ultra-processed

Ultra-Processed Foods

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