Chapter 93
AI, THE CHEESES
They are rich in proteins, fats, vitamins and minerals such as calcium, phosphorus, sodium, vitamin B12 and vitamin A. Studies from Harvard University have shown that cheese is rich in proteins, fats, vitamins and minerals such as calcium, phosphorus, sodium, vitamin B12 and vitamin A. Harvard and its group of researchers emphasize the importance of combining small amounts of cheese daily with the right foods, such as vegetables or nuts.
Depending on the type of cheese, the proportion of these nutrients varies. In addition, despite being a food that contains saturated fats, which contribute to increasing LDL cholesterol, consuming cheese in moderation has been shown to have health benefits, according to what is recorded on the website elconfidencial.com.
Research carried out at this same university ensures that cheese could have benefits against strokes, “specifically when it replaces red meat in the diet,” they indicate at Harvard.
The probiotics present in some cheeses, such as Swiss, cheddar, and cottage cheese, help support a healthy intestine. A 2021 study in the International Journal of Dairy Technology explains that these probiotics produce short-chain fatty acids, essential for maintaining acid-base balance, absorbing nutrients, and maintaining the structure and function of the intestine; It should be consumed fresh and uncooked to maintain its probiotic properties. Regular cheese consumption can also positively influence oral health; Cheese creates a more alkaline environment in the mouth, which can reduce cavities, inhibit tooth demineralization, or increase mineralization.
But despite all the benefits that this dairy has, it is important to take into account the foods with which it is combined. For example, if cheese is consumed with refined grains, high-fat meats and processed foods; Its beneficial effects on health will be practically null, and it directly influences weight gain in adults. It is necessary to take into account what foods cheese is consumed with on a daily basis, based on the fact that most healthy diets recommend consuming dairy products.
Cheese, like other dairy products, offers many benefits to teeth, thanks to its calcium content. According to this, cheese will be healthier if eaten instead of chips or red and processed meat, although it will never be healthier than nuts; eating cheese rich in calcium can protect against obesity, hypertension and type 2 diabetes.
Most cheeses are rich in calcium, especially hard ones; A 28-gram serving of cheddar contains approximately 200 mg of calcium, while the same amount of Brie contains only 52 mg.
