Dietitians Back Cottage Cheese With 27 Grams of Protein per Cup

2 articles · Updated · Prevention Magazine · Aug 11

27 grams of protein in 1 cup of 2% cottage cheese makes it a high-protein, relatively low-calorie option for building or maintaining muscle, dietitians said.
195 calories per cup, along with low sugar and carbs, also helps explain why cottage cheese can increase satiety and support weight management.
Calcium and Phosphorus add bone-health benefits, while vitamin B12, selenium and Riboflavin broaden its nutritional appeal beyond protein alone.
Dietitians said plain full-fat or 2% versions are often the better pick, and noted cottage cheese can work in snacks, dips, smoothies or post-workout meals.
People with milk allergy should avoid it, while those with lactose intolerance or sodium limits may need to moderate intake or choose lower-sodium varieties.