“High cholesterol” or “hypercholesterolemia” is defined as a total cholesterol value in the blood above 240 mg / dl. Cholesterol is a fat found in the blood that is produced by the body and also introduced in the diet. When cholesterol is present in excessive quantities it turns into a risk for heart disease. Excess cholesterol is deposited on the artery walls and causes plaques to form which obstruct blood flow.
The gorgonzola. Gorgonzola is a cheese that raises good cholesterol and does not increase bad cholesterol. It is a cheese that has a high percentage of water and maintains an acceptable percentage of cholesterol. Gorgonzola contains several vitamins, A, B2, B5 and B12, minerals such as calcium, sodium phosphorus, magnesium and selenium. Gorgonzola contains 30% fat. A portion of 100 grams provides about 350 kcal. Gorgonzola is a highly digestible cheese.
The ricotta. Ricotta is low in lipids and rich in proteins, minerals and vitamins. It is one of the leanest cheeses. Contains on average 51 mg of cholesterol per 100 grams. Sheep ricotta contains even less. Containing cholesterol in much lower quantities than many other foods, ricotta, without exaggeration, can be eaten in the presence of cholesterol. Obviously it is not advisable to consume large quantities but taken occasionally it does not cause excessive damage.
Mozzarella. Mozzarella is rich in phosphorus, calcium, vitamins A and B2. Mozzarella contains low cholesterol levels. In 100 grams there are on average 46 mg. Mozzarella can be used in numerous recipes and nutritionists recommend consuming it 1 or 2 times a week. Mozzarella contains sodium, potassium, magnesium, beta-carotene and vitamins B12, K, J. Thanks to calcium it is also an important food for bone health.
The feat. Feta is a Greek cheese and is great for use in salads and fresh dishes. Feta contains highly digestible proteins and at the same time is also rich in phosphorus, calcium and vitamins. In 100 grams of feta there are on average 68 mg of cholesterol. Finally, the feast should be eaten carefully by those suffering from high blood pressure because it is necessary to be very careful about the amount of sodium contained in this cheese.
Growth. Growth is among the cheeses with one of the lowest cholesterol contents. In 100 grams of product there are on average 53 mg of cholesterol. Growth also contains a good amount of high biological value proteins. It can constitute, in grammages of 30%, a valid alternative to meat and fish dishes. Crescenza is a derivative of whole cow’s milk. That’s why it contains both cholesterol and saturated fatty acids.
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