Interested in Nutrition? Check out the nutritional profile of our cheeses.
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Is cheese healthy?
Cheese provides most of the nutrients found in milk in concentrated form. Eating different varieties of cheese regularly is a flavorful way to help meet your body's needs for calcium, protein, minerals and vitamins.
I am lactose intolerant. Can I eat cheese?
Many cheeses contain less than one gram of lactose per serving. The ripening process breaks down most of the lactose, glucose and galactose in milk, making cheese easier to digest for individuals struggling with lactose intolerance.
What about the fat?
Cheese is made of milk solids (proteins, fats, minerals and vitamins) and moisture. Hard cheeses contain more solid matter and therefore more nutrients and calories than soft ones. For instance, Brie is 50 percent moisture. Since there is no fat in water, a luscious and indulgent "double crème" Brie contains no more fat per ounce than a much drier cheese like cheddar.
The fat in cheese also aids in absorbing fat-soluble vitamins.
Which cheeses are lower in fat?
Some cheeses are made with part skim or skim milk, which makes them naturally lower in fat than products made with whole milk. Thanks to the expertise of our cheesemakers, you should be able to find several excellent tasting cheese varieties with a lower fat content at your local grocery store. Président® offers Light Brie, Fat Free Feta plain and flavored, and Light rondelé® by Président® gourmet spreadable cheeses in several varieties. The main categories are: reduced fat (25% less fat), light (50% less fat), low fat (less than 3 grams of fat per serving) and fat free (less than 0.5 grams of fat per serving). Many times these products are sold in their own section of the specialty cheese case.
What about carbohydrates?
Most cheeses contain less than 2 grams of carbohydrates per serving, which makes cheese an excellent choice for individuals seeking a diet low in carbs.
And proteins?
Cheese is a great source of nutritional protein, and excellent fuel for the body. It takes longer for the body to break down protein than carbohydrates, so you will feel satisfied longer. That's why a little cheese goes a long way.
I’m pregnant. Are there cheeses I should avoid?
Doctors generally discourage pregnant women from eating raw milk cheeses or very soft cheeses, as they might be more prone to develop undesirable bacteria.
