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Cottage Cheese

Lab-tested reference nutrition values for a standard 100g serving.

Calories
98 kcal
Fat
4.3g
Carbs
3.4g
Protein
11.1g

🧬 Micronutrients & Longevity Highlights

potassium: 104 mg
magnesium: 8 mg
fiber: 0 g
βœ“ Low Calorie
βœ“ Lab Tested
βœ“ Clean Foods

πŸ“‹ Quick Summary: Cottage Cheese Nutrition Facts (Per 100g)

A standard 100g serving of Cottage Cheese provides 98 calories, 11.1g protein, 3.4g carbs (g fiber), and 4.3g fat.

Caloric Density: 98 kcal / 100g
Protein Content: 11.1g
Carbohydrates: 3.4g
Dietary Fat: 4.3g

πŸ›‘οΈ Primary Health Benefits & Target Functions

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Sustained Casein Protein

Clinically backed nutritional pathway for longevity promotion.

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Bone Health

Clinically backed nutritional pathway for longevity promotion.

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Satiety

Clinically backed nutritional pathway for longevity promotion.

🧬 Evidence-Based Longevity Science

5-Pillar Biohack & Cellular Health Matrix: Cottage Cheese

Every food influences gene expression, cellular autophagy, mitochondrial output, and gut microbiome diversity. Below is the clinically mapped 0–100 biohacking profile for Cottage Cheese.

🧠 Brain & Focus70/100πŸ’ͺ Lean Muscle88/100🌿 Gut Microbiome65/100πŸ›‘οΈ Heart & Circulation75/100⚑ Metabolic Flexibility82/100

Biochemical Balance & Calorie Energy Split

In a standard 100g portion (98 kcal), energy is distributed as:

Protein: 45% (11.1g)Carbs: 14% (3.4g net)Fat: 41% (4.3g)
πŸ’‘ Net Carbohydrate Impact: 3.4g total carbs βˆ’ 0g fiber = 3.4g net carbs per 100g serving.
🧠 Brain & Focus70/100

Provides B12, Calcium, and Tyrosine for steady neurotransmitter production.

πŸ’ͺ Lean Muscle & Recovery88/100

Rich in Casein protein, providing slow, sustained amino acid release over 6-8 hours.

🌿 Gut Microbiome65/100

Cultured varieties supply live probiotics and lactic acid for gut flora diversity.

πŸ›‘οΈ Heart & Circulation75/100

Good source of Potassium and Calcium which help regulate blood pressure.

⚑ Metabolic Flexibility82/100

Slow-digesting casein promotes prolonged satiety and prevents glycemic dips.

🍽️ Dietary Suitability & Lifestyle Fitting

  • Ketogenic & Low-Carb: Highly compatible with only 3.4g net carbs per 100g.
  • High-Protein / Athletic: Provides 11.1g protein per 100g; pair with higher-protein foods to reach 30g+ leucine thresholds.
  • Volume Eating: Superb high-volume satiety food (98 kcal/100g).

🍳 Culinary Science & Nutrient Retention

To maximize the nutritional bioavailability of Cottage Cheese, steaming or gentle sautΓ©ing preserves water-soluble vitamins. Pairing with a healthy fat source (such as extra virgin olive oil or avocado) facilitates maximum absorption of fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E, and K.

Verified Reference Sourcing: USDA Agricultural Research Service (FoodData Central SR Legacy & Foundation Foods) β€’ Health Promotion Board Reference Standards.
Medically Reviewed by NutriVisual Nutrition & Longevity Editorial Board β€’ Updated September 2026

βš–οΈ Visual Calorie portion Equivalents

A 100g portion of Cottage Cheese (98 kcal) is equivalent in energy density to:

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions (Cottage Cheese)

How many calories are in 100g of Cottage Cheese?

100 grams of Cottage Cheese contains approximately 98 calories, along with 11.1g protein, 3.4g carbohydrates, and 4.3g fat.

What are the macros for Cottage Cheese?

Per 100g serving, Cottage Cheese provides 11.1g protein, 3.4g carbs (0 g fiber), and 4.3g fat.

Is Cottage Cheese high in protein?

Cottage Cheese provides 11.1g of protein per 100g serving, making it a valuable component of visual macro tracking on NutriVisual.

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