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Lactaid COTTAGE CHEESE

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Is Lactaid COTTAGE CHEESE healthy?

Lactaid COTTAGE CHEESE scores 53/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a below-average score in Scout's analysis. This cottage cheese product is ultra-processed, which limits its potential health score.

How processed is Lactaid COTTAGE CHEESE?

Lactaid COTTAGE CHEESE is NOVA Group 4: Ultra-Processed Foods.

How does Lactaid COTTAGE CHEESE compare to other cheese?

Lactaid COTTAGE CHEESE ranks #53 of 59 cheese in Scout's independent rankings. The current top score in the category is Organic Valley Grassmilk Raw Cheddar at 93/100.

Which ingredients drive Lactaid COTTAGE CHEESE's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Cultured pasteurized skim milk and cream, whey protein concentrate, lactase enzyme count in its favor; natural flavor 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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Lactaid COTTAGE CHEESE

Lactaid
53 Fair
$3.67 · 16 oz · $0.23 / ounce
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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 3
Harmful ingredients 1
Owned by HP Hood
Category Cheese
Summary

This cottage cheese product is ultra-processed, which limits its potential health score. It contains several additives, including xanthan gum and guar gum, which are used to improve texture but can indicate a higher level of processing. Additionally, the presence of 'natural flavor' adds to the lack of transparency in the ingredient list, which can be concerning for those seeking clean labels.

Key ingredients 8

Cultured pasteurized skim milk and cream
Good

This ingredient is a natural dairy product that provides essential nutrients and is minimally processed, making it a healthy choice.

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whey protein concentrate
Good

Whey protein concentrate is a high-quality protein source that supports muscle health and overall nutrition.

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lactase enzyme
Good

Lactase enzyme helps digest lactose, making the product suitable for those with lactose intolerance.

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whey
Neutral

Liquid whey as a minor dairy ingredient — benign.

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salt
Neutral

Standard formulation ingredient — neither beneficial nor harmful at typical use.

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xanthan gum
Neutral

Xanthan gum is a common thickening agent used in food processing, generally considered safe in small amounts.

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locust bean gum
Neutral

Locust bean gum is a natural thickener derived from carob beans, used to improve texture.

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natural flavor
Bad

Umbrella term that can hide dozens of undisclosed synthetic constituents.

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Processing

Group 4 · Ultra-processed

Ultra-Processed Foods

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