
Product Insights
Cottage cheese is a fresh cheese that belongs to the Milk and dairy products family, specifically the cheese subgroup. Its nutritional profile offers low sugar (1 g) and low salt (0.175 g) per 100 g, moderate fat (4 g) with 2.6 g saturated fat, and a high protein content of 13 g, earning it a Nutri‑Score of A. While the fat and saturated fat are modest, they may be a consideration for very low‑fat diets, but overall the product is a relatively healthy dairy option.
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Nutritional Values
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Comparative Analysis
Compared with the average values for cheeses, this cottage cheese contains dramatically less fat, saturated fat, sugar and salt, while providing roughly half the typical protein amount.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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