1. Mozzarella cheese
Mozzarella cheese is a soft white cheese with a high moisture content. It originated in Italy and is usually made from Italian buffalo milk or cow's milk.
Mozzarella is lower in sodium and calories than most other cheeses.
Mozzarella cheese
28 grams contains:
Calories: 85
Protein: 6 grams
Fat: 6 grams
Carbs: 1 g
Sodium: 176 mg
Calcium: 14% of the RDI
Mozzarella also contains bacteria that act as probiotics, including Lactobacillus casei strains.
2. Blue cheese
Blue cheese is made from cow, goat or sheep's milk that has been treated with cultures of Penicillium mold.
It is usually white with blue or gray veins and spots. The mold used to make blue cheese gives it a distinct aroma and bold, refreshing flavour.
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It is very nutritious and contains a higher proportion of calcium than most other types of cheese, so it is good for bone health. (28 grams) of blue cheese contains:
Calories: 100
Protein: 6 grams
Fat: 8 grams
Carbs: 1 g
Sodium: 380 mg - 16% of the RDI
Calcium: 33% of the RDI
3. Feta cheese
It is a soft, salty white cheese, originally from Greece. It is usually made from sheep's milk, and sheep's milk gives feta cheese a refreshing and sharp taste.
Since feta cheese is packed in brine to preserve its freshness, it can be high in sodium. However, it is usually lower in calories than other cheeses.
Feta cheese
28 grams contains:
Calories: 80
Protein: 6 grams
Fat: 5 grams
Carbs: 1 g
Sodium: 370 mg - 16% of the RDI
Calcium: 10% of the RDI
Vita provides conjugated linoleic acid (CLA), which has been linked to lower body fat and improved body composition
4. Cottage cheese
Cottage cheese is a soft, white cheese made from cow's milk curds. It is believed to have originated in the United States.
Cottage cheese has a higher protein content than other cheeses.
Since cottage cheese is rich in protein but low in calories, it is often recommended for weight loss.
Cottage cheese
1/2 cup (110 grams) serving
Calories: 120
Protein: 12g
Fat: 7 grams
Carbs: 3g
Sodium: 500 mg 21% of the RDI
Calcium: 10% of the RDI
Studies show that eating cottage cheese can increase feelings of fullness and help reduce total calories
5. Ricotta cheese
An Italian cheese made from cow, sheep or water buffalo milk. It has a creamy texture and is often described as a lighter version of cottage cheese.
1/2 cup serving contains
Calories: 180
Protein: 12g
Fat: 12 grams
Carbs: 8g
Sodium: 300 mg, 13% of the RDI
Calcium: 20% of the recommended daily allowance
Ricotta cheese
The protein in it is mostly whey, which is a milk protein that contains all the essential amino acids that humans need to get from food.
Whey is easily absorbed and may promote muscle growth, help lower blood pressure and reduce high cholesterol levels.
6. Parmesan cheese
A hard, aged cheese with a salty, nutty texture and flavour. It's made from raw, unpasteurized cow's milk that's at least 12 months old to kill harmful bacteria and produce a complex flavor
Because they are rich in calcium and phosphorous - nutrients that play a role in bone formation - they may promote bone health
Parmesan cheese
Provides (28 grams) of:
Calories: 110
Protein: 10g
Fat: 7 grams
Carbs: 3 grams
Sodium: 330 mg - 14% of the RDA
Calcium: 34% of the RDI
A 1-ounce (28-gram) serving also contains approximately 30% of the RDI for phosphorous
7. Swiss cheese
He was raised in Switzerland. This semi-hard cheese is usually made from cow's milk and has a mild nutty taste.
Its holes are formed by bacteria that release gases during the fermentation process.
Since it is low in sodium and fat, it is recommended for anyone who needs to monitor their salt or fat intake.
Swiss cheese
Contains (28 grams) of Swiss cheese:
Calories: 111
Protein: 8 grams
Fat: 9 grams
Carbs: less than 1 gram
Sodium: 53 mg - 2% of the RDA
Calcium: 25% of the RDI
