Cheese is a powerhouse loaded with the vital nutrient B-12 which aids the body in neurological function. Cheese is very high in protein as well as fat which leaves the body feeling full and satiated.
According to an article published in the Journal of the American Heart Association, cheese can have a positive effect on the body by lowering bad LDL cholesterol. Cheese also contains calcium which aids in building strong bones.
Most are aware that cheese is loaded with bacteria, however, it is fermented which causes a healthy effect on the gut. Cheese not only affects the gut, but also the mouth due to a bacterium found in cheese called Lactobacillus rhamnoses that may protect against cavities.
A study done in Sweden and also posted in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition followed over 900 French men for several years. The good news is that those who consumed two ounces of cheese daily lived the longest during the study. Cheese contains calcium which aids in building strong bones. Researchers believe high calcium in cheese may help lower blood pressure.
Cheeses that are high in fat like sharp cheddar and Brie contain a fatty acid called conjugated linoleic acid, which is an anti-carcinogen, and may protect against heart disease.
It looks like there are plenty of good reasons to make cheese a daily staple in your diet!
