Cheese sometimes gets a bad rap for its high-fat content.
But is it healthy?
Here’s what research says.
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Cheese is widely enjoyed.
Cheese elevates culinary dishes with flavor, aroma, texture and color.
Still, cheese often gets a bad rap for its high-fat content.
Keep reading to find out what the research has to say.
Eating the cheese fresh and uncooked is best, as heat can destroy the probiotics.
You Might Improve Your Oral Health
Eating cheese may also benefit your oral health.
In particular, the study authors say that fermented dairyincluding yogurt and cheeseseems to have the greatest benefits.
Sodium also enhances the cheese’s flavor, making it more savory and satisfying to the palate.
However, high intakes of sodium can negatively impact your health, especially your heart health.
Some cheeses, including Cheddar, mozzarella and Swiss, areoften lower in sodium than others.
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Which Types of Cheese Are Best to Eat Every Day?
Depending on your age and energy expenditure, the number of recommended servings of dairy may differ.
To gauge a moderate amount, check the quantity and the portion sizes listed onUSDA’s MyPlate.
But if you havelow blood pressure, the sodium in cheese may actually be beneficial.
Cheese complements a wide array of delicious culinary dishesfind out how by trying out ourcheese recipes.
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