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low fat cottage cheese

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Is low fat cottage cheese healthy?

low fat cottage cheese 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 and salt.

How processed is low fat cottage cheese?

low fat cottage cheese is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive low fat cottage cheese's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Cottage Cheese, Milk 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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low fat cottage cheese

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Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 2
Harmful ingredients 0
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Category Cheese
Summary

This low fat cottage cheese is a processed food with a simple ingredient list, primarily consisting of milk and salt. It provides a good source of protein with minimal fat content, making it a healthier option within its category. The processing level limits its score, but the absence of harmful additives or excessive ingredients supports a relatively high rating.

Key ingredients 3

Cottage Cheese
Good

Provides high-quality dairy protein and calcium to support muscle maintenance and bone health.

Milk
Good

Serves as a natural, wholesome base providing essential nutrients like calcium and protein.

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Salt
Neutral

Used as a standard culinary additive for flavor enhancement and preservation.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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