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Cottage Cheese

Cottage Cheese nutrition label, ingredients and packaging
HIGH SCORE

Not Vegan

Contains 'milk'

Health ScoreExcellent
85/100
Calories
88
Sugar
3g
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Family & Pet Safety

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Not Dog Safe 🐶❌

⚠️ SODIUM ION POISONING: Vomiting, seizures (in high doses).
Ref: Merck Vet
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Pregnancy Safe? 🤰✅

Safe for consumption.

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Limit for Kids 👶⚠️

⚠️ GUT HEALTH: May cause inflammation. (Cornucopia Institute)

Ingredient Decoder

Moderate Caution

Carrageenan

A thickening agent derived from red seaweed. While natural, it has been linked to gastrointestinal inflammation, bloating, and may worsen symptoms of IBS.

Maltodextrin

A highly processed white powder from corn or wheat. It has a higher Glycemic Index than table sugar (spiking insulin rapidly) and can suppress good gut bacteria.

Full Ingredients List:

CULTURED PASTEURIZED NONFAT MILK, MILK, CREAM, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF: WHEY, NONFAT MILK, SALT, MALTODEXTRIN, GUAR GUM, CITRIC ACID, CARRAGEENAN, MONO-AND DIGLYCERIDES, LOCUST BEAN GUM, NATURAL FLAVOR, ENZYME, POTASSIUM SORBATE AND CARBON DIOXIDE (TO PR

Diet Compatibility

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Vegan

Avoid

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Gluten-Free

OK

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Keto

OK

What you need to know

Fat in moderate quantity (3.91g)

Contains a moderate amount of fat. Consume as part of a balanced diet.

Source: National Health Service UK (NHS) - Fat: the facts

Saturated Fat in moderate quantity (2.35g)

Contains moderate saturated fat.

Source: National Health Service UK (NHS)

Sugars in low quantity (3.13g)

Low sugar content. Good for weight control and dental health.

Source: National Health Service UK (NHS) - Sugar: the facts

Salt in low quantity (0.000803g)

Low salt content.

Source: WHO - Fact sheet - Salt reduction

Health Benefits

  • Excellent Health Score
  • Low Sugar

Cons & Warnings

  • Ultra Processed

Processing Level

Based on ingredient analysis (NOVA System)

NOVA 4: Ultra Processed

Analysis Report

Sarah Jenkins, RDN

Sarah Jenkins, RDN

Registered Dietitian

"Sarah specializes in metabolic health and label decoding."

Health Integrity Analysis

Is Cottage Cheese truly good for you, or is it just clever marketing? We analyzed the nutritional density, ingredient safety, and processing levels using the CakeID Algorithm. With a calculated health score of 85/100, here is the deep dive into what you are actually eating.

⚠️ Moderate Caution

While free from the most dangerous additives, we detected Carrageenan. A thickening agent derived from red seaweed. While natural, it has been linked to gastrointestinal inflammation, bloating, and may worsen symptoms of IBS. It is generally safe in small amounts but worth noting for sensitive diets.

Nutritional Balance

With only 3g of sugar, this product maintains a balanced profile. It avoids the excessive sweetness of typical processed foods while providing 9g of protein.

Final Verdict

Taking into account the macro-nutrient balance, additive risks, and caloric density, Cottage Cheese achieves a CakeID Score of 85/100.

Highly Recommended: This is a top-tier choice that balances convenience with excellent nutritional value.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cottage Cheese healthy?
Yes. With a score of 85/100, Cottage Cheese is considered a healthy option with a clean ingredient profile.
Is Cottage Cheese Vegan?
No. Contains 'milk'.
Are there artificial additives?
No high-risk artificial additives were detected in this product.
Disclaimer: The information provided by CakeID is for educational purposes only and not intended as medical advice. Always consult a professional for dietary concerns.

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 package

Amount per serving
Calories
88
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 4g5%
Saturated Fat 2g10%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg0%
Sodium 0mg0%
Total Carbohydrate 4g1%
Dietary Fiber 0g0%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 9g
Vitamin D 0mcg0%
Calcium 0mg0%
Iron 0mg0%
Potassium 0mg0%

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

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Sugar Visualization

1 cube ≈ 4g sugar (Contains ~1 cubes)

Macros

FDA Check

Passed. No active recalls.