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Cottage Cheese (Low Fat) Calories

High protein, low fat, good calcium source

CALORIES

80kcal

30low

POTASSIUM

110mg

FIBER

Cottage Cheese (Low Fat) Nutrition Facts

Selected: 100 g

KCAL / 100G

Carbs

3.4g

· 18%

Protein

11g

· 57%

Fat

2.2g

· 25%

Fiber

Cottage Cheese (Low Fat) Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B12

0.7µg · 29% DV

Biotin

8µg · 27% DV

0.25mg · 19% DV

Vitamin A

60µg · 7% DV

Minerals

Phosphorus

120mg · 17% DV

Sodium

350mg · 15% DV

Selenium

7µg · 13% DV

Calcium

85mg · 9% DV

Cottage Cheese (Low Fat) Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

Low

0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

Is Cottage Cheese (Low Fat) Processed?

NOVA 2

Minimally Processed

1. Unprocessed

2. Minimally Processed

3. Processed

4. Ultra-Processed

NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.

Does Cottage Cheese (Low Fat) Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten free

Dairy yes

Eggs free

Peanuts free

Tree nuts free

Fish free

Soy free

Sesame free

Which Diets Is Cottage Cheese (Low Fat) Good For?

Vegan

— Not suitable

Vegetarian

✓ Suitable

Gluten-Free

✓ Suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

✓ Suitable

Paleo

— Not suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

— Not suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Cottage Cheese (Low Fat) Fat Profile

SATURATED

1.4g

MONOUNSATURATED

0.5g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.1g

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Omega 6:3 ratio 1.7:1

Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.

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Cottage Cheese (Low Fat) — Frequently Asked Questions

Is low-fat cottage cheese good for a high-protein diet?

Yes. It provides 11 g protein per 100 g with 80 calories, making it a protein-rich option.

Is low-fat cottage cheese suitable for gluten-free diets?

Yes, it is listed as compatible with gluten-free diets. It does contain dairy, so it is not suitable for people with dairy allergy.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.