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Cheese is an important part of the gastronomy of many cuisines of the world and is indispensable in a balanced diet. There are over 2000 varieties of cheese, mozzarella being the most consumed. Of course, there is no shortage of cheeses such as telemea, bellows cheese or classic cheese on Romanian tables. Cheeses are eaten plain or used in the preparation of many dishes. All these bring benefits to our health. Here are 8 ways cheese helps you have a balanced diet.
Contributes to calcium intake
The number one asset of cheese? Its high calcium content, important throughout life and necessary especially for normal growth and development of bones in children. It is also involved in the proper functioning of muscles, digestive enzymes and ensures blood clotting. Calcium requirements are 1000 mg for people aged 19-23 and 950 mg for those over 24 years.
Most are a source of protein
This macronutrient helps build muscle and maintain bone tissue. The proteins present in the cheese are of good quality because they contain all the 9 essential amino acids that the body does not know how to produce. For example, 100 grams of Camembert cheese has about 18 grams of protein. Telemea cheese has 20 grams of protein per 100 grams.
Some cheeses contain vitamin D.
Vitamin D helps the body absorb calcium and phosphorus and helps maintain normal muscle function. From April to October, UV radiation allows us to fill with this vitamin, but in the autumn and winter months it runs out: it is therefore in our interest to include a portion of cheese in our menus.
Helps improve the immune system
Zinc contributes to the normal functioning of the immune system, says our expert. To spend a fit winter, do not hesitate to eat regularly cheese or any type of cheese you like.
Contributes to the intake of B vitamins
Nothing like a portion of cheese or telemea full of vitamins, especially those in group B. Among them, vitamin B2 which helps reduce fatigue, vitamin B12 which participates in the normal formation of red blood cells and vitamin B9 essential for the growth of maternal tissues in during pregnancy.
Contributes to magnesium intake
In addition to calcium and phosphorus, cheese contains magnesium which helps reduce fatigue. It also contains potassium, which ensures the proper functioning of muscles and maintains blood pressure, but also phosphorus, which contributes to the strength of teeth. Finally, a 30-gram serving of cheese provides an average of 6.93 µg / 100 grams of iodine, essential for normal thyroid hormone production.
Some cheeses contain little or no lactose
Even when you are lactose intolerant, you may indulge in a piece of cheese or telemea. In general, the more refined it is, the less lactose it contains because it is converted into lactic acid by the bacteria present. Soft and hard cheeses contain almost no lactose. As the sensitivity to lactose is specific to everyone, it will be necessary to adapt your cheese consumption to the tolerance threshold.
Reasonably consumed, they are part of a healthy and balanced diet
There is no need to deprive yourself of cheese if you are looking for your weight: the calorie intake varies a lot from one cheese to another, and some of them have a moderate caloric intake. You can find many low-fat cheeses.
It is important to choose high quality cheeses that do not contain a lot of salt. Eaten in excess due to saturated fats and salt, these unhealthy cheeses can lead to complications such as obesity, type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular problems such as heart disease. If you are one of the people sensitive to cholesterol, consuming cheese can increase your risk of heart disease and stroke. Saturated fats also slow down liver function, increasing toxicity in the body. Tissues can be damaged, leading to certain diseases. Excessive consumption of cheese rich in saturated fats and salt can lead to high blood pressure.
It is essential to select the type of cheese and telemea you eat and to have a balanced diet consisting of a variety of foods. Cheese is healthy because it is rich in nutrients such as iodine, phosphorus and calcium, which is excellent for bones and teeth. Just as we presented above, it offers a lot of benefits for people, especially for growing children and young people. Lactic acid bacteria also have a protective effect and help maintain a balanced bacterial flora in the stomach. There are studies that even claim that dairy consumption, in a balanced diet, helps prevent several types of cancer. Dietary calcium may have anti-carcinogenic effects, including vitamin D. This may inhibit the proliferation of cells and tumors in vitro and in animals.
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