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2% Lowfat Cottage Cheese

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💪7/10
🔥8/10
🩸6/10
🦴7/10
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Nutrition Facts

Per 100g

Calories80 kcal
Protein10.6g
Total Fat2.2g
Saturated Fat1.3g
Carbohydrates5.3g
Sugars3.5g
Fiber0.0g
Sodium425mg
Protein per 100 kcal13.3g

About This Product

2% Lowfat Cottage Cheese by Kemps scores 8/10 for Weight Loss based on very low calorie density.

2% Lowfat Cottage Cheese by Kemps provides 80 calories, 10.6g protein, 2.2g fat, and 5.3g carbohydrates per 100g. That gives it a protein efficiency of 13.3g of protein per 100 calories. It scores well for Muscle Building, Weight Loss, Bone Health health goals. However, there are some things to be aware of regarding its nutritional aspects.

  • Contains 10.6g of protein per 100g, providing a good source of this essential macronutrient.
  • Very low calorie density at just 80 kcal per 100g, making it a good choice for volume eating.
  • Classified as NOVA Group 4 (ultra-processed food). Consider less processed alternatives if clean eating is a priority.
  • Contains 8 additives — a relatively long list indicating higher processing.
Best for: Muscle BuildingWeight LossBone HealthKids / Growing

Deep Analysis

2% Lowfat Cottage Cheese by Kemps is a lower-calorie option in the cheese category at 80 kcal per 100g, compared to the category average of 321. Low protein at just 10.6g per 100g — well below the 26.3g average.

Nutrition Breakdown

  • Calories: 80 kcal per 100g (category avg: 321)
  • Protein: 10.6g per 100g (category avg: 26.3g)
  • Sugars: 3.5g per 100g (category avg: 7.9g)
  • Saturated fat: 1.3g per 100g
  • Sodium: 425mg per 100g — on the higher side

Who Should Eat This

Best suited for people managing calorie intake or on a weight loss plan, people managing blood sugar levels.

Watch Out

  • Classified as NOVA Group 4 (ultra-processed). If clean eating matters to you, look for less processed options.

Better Alternatives

If 2% Lowfat Cottage Cheese doesn't perfectly fit your goals, consider looking for higher-protein alternatives for better satiety, less processed alternatives (NOVA Group 1-2). Browse the cheese category page on NutritionRanked to compare options side by side.

Ingredients

Cultured skim milk, skim milk, whey protein concentrate, cream, contains 2% or less of salt, guar gum, mono and diglycerides, locust bean gum, xanthan gum, potassium sorbate and carbon dioxide (preservative), natural flavors, artificial color, carrageenan. polysorbate 80, vitamin a palmitate, enzymes.