I was extremely loyal to cottage cheese in my college dining hall—there was never a line for it, and it paired well with fresh fruit and kept me full until lunch. My friends didn’t understand the hype, but fortunately, the soft cheese is finally getting the love it deserves. Its high protein content and essential vitamins and minerals make it a nutritional MVP, but social media hype for the dairy product has also deemed it a hero for weight loss.
“Cottage cheese is a great protein source , and a high-protein diet is key for women because it helps maintain muscle, which keeps the metabolism strong,” says registered dietitian Stephanie Crabtree , RD. “As you age, muscle naturally declines, but pairing enough protein with strength training helps preserve it, supporting energy, longevity, and overall health.”
Meet the experts: Stephanie Crabtree , RD, is a registered dietitian who specializes in gut health, hormone balance, and weight loss. Kristen Lorenz , RD, is a registered dietitian who specializes in longevity and metabolic health. Chelsea Stegman , RDN, CPT, is a registered dietitian and certified personal trainer who focuses on sustainable nutrition and movement.
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Total Duration 0:20 Protein also promotes satiety, which is beneficial for maintaining a healthy weight. Since the protein in a serving of cottage cheese is pretty strong, incorporating more of it into your diet can help you hit your weight loss goals, says Kristen Lorenz, RD, a registered dietitian.
Sounds pretty good, right? Here’s everything you need to know about the health benefits of cottage cheese—plus, how to add more of it to your plate. Why Cottage Cheese Is Beneficial For Your Diet
“ Cottage cheese is one of the most protein-rich dairy options, with fewer calories than many other high-protein foods, and it contains slow-digesting casein protein that helps keep you fuller for longer, reducing hunger and cravings,” says Lorenz. (FYI: casein protein […]
Is Cottage Cheese Good For Weight Loss? Dietitians Weigh In On The Protein-Packed Snack
