Is Cottage cheese good for you?
Cottage cheese is a dairy food. It has about 3 g net carbs and 11 g protein per 100 g. Here's how Susta judges it — and why the answer changes with your goal.
Cottage cheese: verdict by goal
Family & general wellness
BuyBlood sugar / pre-diabetes
BuyLongevity
BuyWeight loss (with diabetes)
BuyThe details
How to choose: Full-fat, live cultures, no added sugar.
How to use it: With berries/nuts, or savoury with olive oil and pepper.
How to store: Fridge.
Sensible portion: ½–1 cup, daily
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