LOWFAT Cottage Cheese SMALL CURD 2% MILKFAT

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Is LOWFAT Cottage Cheese SMALL CURD 2% MILKFAT healthy?

LOWFAT Cottage Cheese SMALL CURD 2% MILKFAT scores 78/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This low-fat cottage cheese is a processed food with a simple ingredient list, primarily consisting of milk, which is a good source of protein and calcium.

How processed is LOWFAT Cottage Cheese SMALL CURD 2% MILKFAT?

LOWFAT Cottage Cheese SMALL CURD 2% MILKFAT is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive LOWFAT Cottage Cheese SMALL CURD 2% MILKFAT's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Milk, Lowfat cottage cheese (small curd), 2% milkfat count in its favor. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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LOWFAT Cottage Cheese SMALL CURD 2% MILKFAT

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78 Good

Analysis updated June 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 3
Harmful ingredients 0
Owned by Aldi
Category Cheese
Summary

This low-fat cottage cheese is a processed food with a simple ingredient list, primarily consisting of milk, which is a good source of protein and calcium. The product is pasteurized, ensuring safety and quality, but its processing level limits the maximum score. Despite being processed, it does not contain harmful additives or seed oils, which supports a relatively high rating within its category.

Key ingredients 5

Milk
Good

Milk is a natural source of high-quality protein and essential nutrients, making it a beneficial ingredient for overall health.

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Lowfat cottage cheese (small curd)
Good

Lowfat cottage cheese provides a good source of protein with reduced fat content, supporting muscle health and weight management.

2% milkfat
Good

2% milkfat offers a balanced fat content, contributing to flavor and nutritional value without excessive saturated fat.

Grade A
Neutral

Grade A indicates high-quality standards for dairy products, ensuring safety and consistency without implying additional health benefits.

Pasteurized
Neutral

Pasteurization is a process that makes milk safe to consume by eliminating harmful bacteria, ensuring product safety.

Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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