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Is Cottage cheese safe in pregnancy?
Generally safe
Yes — cottage cheese is safe and high in protein.
What the evidence says
Cottage cheese is safe throughout pregnancy and is one of the highest-protein dairy options. Made from pasteurised milk, not mould-ripened.
Why this matters
Pasteurised and non-mould-ripened, cottage cheese carries no Listeria concerns.
Source:NHS guidance on cheese in pregnancy
Last reviewed:April 2026
Please note — This is general guidance based on NHS advice as of April 2026. It is not medical advice. For advice on your specific pregnancy, please speak to your midwife or GP.
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