IS CHEESE GOOD FOR ME?

 

Cheese is nutrient-rich -- and tasty -- but it's best to consume it in small portions.

Cheeses come in many forms. They are all a condensed and preserved form of milk. As such they are high in fats, proteins and various other nutrients. The portions of these vary also.

"Cheese does contain some important nutrients, including calcium and protein, along with vitamin B12 and zinc. However, the calories can add up quickly if you aren't mindful,"

Cheese is also high in saturated fat, which is known to increase LDL cholesterol, the "bad" cholesterol.

We using cheese as a flavor enhancer for meals instead of making it the focus: sprinkle feta or goat cheese on a salad for extra flavor, or add Parmesan to your favorite soup for extra pep. And if you are enjoying cheese with crackers, limit it to 1 ounce.

"This would be the equivalent of a couple of dominos for softer cheeses like Brie, goat cheese or Havarti and about 4 small dice for hard cheese like Swiss or cheddar."

Limiting portions will also keep sodium levels in check, as it can be as high as 260 milligrams for an ounce of feta and 390 milligrams for an ounce of hard Parmesan.

But only if,

* You are not eating it with a pizza
* You are eating it as a separate meal
* You are watchful of the quantity. One slice or cube
* You are not overdoing your dairy intake of the day
* You are not eating a full processed cheese and lots of butter together.

But feel free to enjoy cheese, but just be careful not to overdo it.

As they say, anything can kill you if you have too much of it. A little can work wonders.

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