Cheese Actually Reduces Risk of Cardiovascular Disease and Provides a Lot of Health Benefits

by Guest Tue Sep 11, 2018 6:32 pm

We at GNN are all big cheese fans — the founder’s ancestors were Swiss, she grew up in Wisconsin, and one of our writers (that would be me) is a cheesemonger – so naturally, we were thrilled when this new study found that cardiovascular health was positively affected by choosing cheese over other full-fat dairy sources.

The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition has published multiple studies on the relationship between cardiovascular health, fat content in the blood, and the consumption of saturated fats that are found in cheese. The majority of American dietary guidelines suggest keeping the intake of saturated fats to a minimum, as they are thought to increase cholesterol levels and risk of cardiovascular disease.

But since 2017, new findings are showing that one must look at the whole food item, rather than individual nutrients, in order to determine if it is unhealthy. A report published last May in the same journal details the “Food Matrix Effect”: a phenomenon involving the differences between the effects of whole foods and single-nutrients.

The dairy food matrix in particular seems to show quite the opposite of what fatty food guidelines might suggest. Cheese, for instance, has been shown in the past and present to significantly reduce LDL and HDL cholesterol levels in comparison to butter. High-fat yogurt was found to reduce risk of type-2 diabetes by a whopping 12%, with other high-fat products such as milk, cream, and cheese coming close behind. The speculation is that within the creamy goodness of cheese, nutrient molecules are locked within complex structures called matrices which your body requires time to dismantle. The slower release of these nutrients into our bloodstream seems to benefit healthy cardio-metabolic function.

Contrastingly, the dairy food matrix of butter has been linked with increased cholesterol levels and other disease markers, suggesting that each food item needs careful consideration.

However, further on in the report, a stronger case for whole-cheese consumption was made when observations were compiled about the results of studies comparing cheese and other dairy foods to supplements. Calcium, vitamin D, and protein are all commonly supplemented nutrients that are also present in cheese. Yet for markers of weight loss, bone density, and blood pressure, real cheese won out over the supplements.

The lengthy report concluded with a reminder that cheese and other full-fat dairy products are linked with an inverse effect – a reduced risk of – cardiovascular disease, stroke, coronary heart disease, and type-2 diabetes along with demonstrating the effectiveness of cheese as a delivery method for vital nutrients.

Now it is over one year later and the dairy matrix effect is still being investigated, with this new study from the Institute of Food and Health comparing the effect of full-fat cheese and butter on LDL cholesterol levels. Again, even though the saturated fat content is similar, the effect on cardio-metabolic health varies significantly.

The dairy food matrix report is enough to make a cheese-loving man jump for joy, and though further research is always needed to fully understand the role that any kind of food plays in our long-term health, cheese – queso – fromage – formaggio – Kase, seems to be in the clear.

https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/cheese-actually-reduces-risk-of-cardiovascular-disease-and-provides-a-lot-of-health-benefits/

by eddie Tue Sep 11, 2018 7:28 pm

Most cheeses are not healthy. Any fat that can be melted and then rehardens again, is considered a “bad fat” like butter, for instance.

Cheese also creates phlegm, like milk does and butter. And phlegm is a sign that your body wants rid of something.

Having said that, I love cheese. It’s a magnificent creation.

by Guest Tue Sep 11, 2018 7:29 pm

eddie wrote:Most cheeses are not healthy. Any fat that can be melted and then rehardens again, is considered a “bad fat” like butter, for instance.

Cheese also creates phlegm, like milk does and butter. And phlegm is a sign that your body wants rid of something.

Having said that, I love cheese. It’s a magnificent creation.

I love cheese also

Seems it does have some good effects

by eddie Tue Sep 11, 2018 7:31 pm

Cheesy mash! Ooooh yeah baby.

by Guest Tue Sep 11, 2018 7:32 pm

eddie wrote:Cheesy mash! Ooooh yeah baby.

My fav at the moment is toasted cheese and marmite.

Its yum

by eddie Tue Sep 11, 2018 8:01 pm

Didge wrote:
eddie wrote:Cheesy mash! Ooooh yeah baby.

My fav at the moment is toasted cheese and marmite.

Its yum

Dude...me too! I bloody love Marmite.

by Guest Tue Sep 11, 2018 8:29 pm

eddie wrote:
Didge wrote:

My fav at the moment is toasted cheese and marmite.

Its yum

Dude...me too! I bloody love Marmite.

Happy days cheers

Cheese to me is one the most tastiest things you can have with so many things

What is the wierdest thing you have added cheese too?

I have actually grated some on a curry and it tasted yum

lol

by eddie Tue Sep 11, 2018 8:32 pm

Cheese and curry? No!

Speaking of curry, we had a takeaway tonight - Prawn Massala - and my weird creature of a daughter dipped her chocolate muffin dessert into the sauce...and ate it.

I fear for her future. Seriously.

by Guest Tue Sep 11, 2018 8:35 pm

eddie wrote:Cheese and curry? No!

Speaking of curry, we had a takeaway tonight - Prawn Massala - and my weird creature of a daughter dipped her chocolate muffin dessert into the sauce...and ate it.

I fear for her future. Seriously.

Now you see I would try that... Laughing

Your little one is clearly a genius

https://monicabhide.com/chocolate-chicken-curry/

https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/whats-on/food-drink-news/fancy-chocolate-chicken-curry-watch-7953284

Laughing

Cheese on curry is nice

You should try

So how about you Eddie, what is the weirdest thing you have added cheese too?

by Guest Tue Sep 11, 2018 8:40 pm

Or you could make her some chocolate Naan bread

https://www.telegraph.co.uk/food-and-drink/features/fancy-a-nutella-naan-how-nutella-is-eaten-around-the-world/

Laughing

by eddie Tue Sep 11, 2018 8:54 pm

Oh that’s revolting. All of it.

I put cheese on chilli crisps and that’s about it. How boring I am!

I have no cheese food porn....and I’m ashamed.

by Guest Tue Sep 11, 2018 8:56 pm

eddie wrote:Oh that’s revolting. All of it.

I put cheese on chilli crisps and that’s about it. How boring I am!

I have no cheese food porn....and I’m ashamed.

lol, have you tried though?

You maybe surprised.

I love to experiment with food, though sometimes, it does not always work out Rolling Eyes

by eddie Tue Sep 11, 2018 9:10 pm

Didge wrote:
eddie wrote:Oh that’s revolting. All of it.

I put cheese on chilli crisps and that’s about it. How boring I am!

I have no cheese food porn....and I’m ashamed.

lol, have you tried though?

You maybe surprised.

I love to experiment with food, though sometimes, it does not always work out

Yeah I made a sauce once that tasted like feet. My son actually said “Mum, this tastes like feet”.

I don’t like food that tastes like feet.

by eddie Tue Sep 11, 2018 9:14 pm

Having said all that, I do eat weird combinations of food...like I’ll have five jelly sweets, then some cherry tomatoes, then some raw mushrooms then a few slices of cheese.
And that could be a snack or lunch.

Ben once said that I ate like a kid who’s parents had gone out.

by Fred Moletrousers Tue Sep 11, 2018 11:40 pm

My re-hab classes (cardiac, not suspicious substances or booze, I hasten to add) are run by a bunch of cheesephobes.

by Syl Wed Sep 12, 2018 1:06 am

Weird cheese combinations....a chef once told me that stilton and strawberries eaten together were, in his word....orgasmic.

I have never tried it, just dont fancy it.

by Ben Reilly Wed Sep 12, 2018 1:33 am

eddie wrote:Having said all that, I do eat weird combinations of food...like I’ll have five jelly sweets, then some cherry tomatoes, then some raw mushrooms then a few slices of cheese.
And that could be a snack or lunch.

Ben once said that I ate like a kid who’s parents had gone out.

You do, you remind me of my sister in that way so much it's borderline creepy, dude.

And full pwish disclosure, both my wife and my sister are Geminis. Which means to you whatever it means to you! (How diplomatic of me. If I was a dinosaur I'd be the diplo-do-mat-icus. Which is, of course, a cross between a diplodocus and a do' mat.)

by 'Wolfie Wed Sep 12, 2018 6:52 am

eddie wrote:Cheese and curry? No!

Speaking of curry, we had a takeaway tonight - Prawn Massala - and my weird creature of a daughter dipped her chocolate muffin dessert into the sauce...and ate it.

I fear for her future. Seriously.

You should suggest that she tries it with Chilli sauce, eds -- much, much better..

Re: the O/P --

Cheese !!!

Yum..

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Cheese Actually Reduces Risk of Cardiovascular Disease and Provides a Lot of Health Benefits 3922118137

by eddie Wed Sep 12, 2018 6:43 pm

WhoseYourWolfie wrote:
eddie wrote:Cheese and curry? No!

Speaking of curry, we had a takeaway tonight - Prawn Massala - and my weird creature of a daughter dipped her chocolate muffin dessert into the sauce...and ate it.

I fear for her future. Seriously.

You should suggest that she tries it with Chilli sauce, eds -- much, much better..

Re: the O/P --

Cheese !!!

Yum..

Chilli sauce and chocolate cake? What is WRONG with you people??? Cheese Actually Reduces Risk of Cardiovascular Disease and Provides a Lot of Health Benefits 2396444674

Cheese Actually Reduces Risk of Cardiovascular Disease and Provides a Lot of Health Benefits 2396444674

by Guest Wed Sep 12, 2018 7:16 pm

eddie wrote:
WhoseYourWolfie wrote:

You should suggest that she tries it with Chilli sauce, eds -- much, much better..

Re: the O/P --

Cheese !!!

Yum..

Chilli sauce and chocolate cake? What is WRONG with you people???

Here you go Eddie, something you can get on board with and have posted this before Laughing

by Guest Wed Sep 12, 2018 7:31 pm

by Guest Wed Sep 12, 2018 7:37 pm

by eddie Wed Sep 12, 2018 9:35 pm

Mmmmmm. Cheeeeese.

by 'Wolfie Thu Sep 13, 2018 10:49 am

If you want to spice up a toasted cheese sandwich...

Spread chilli sauce (hotter the better..) on lightly toasted bread
Add some mashed avocado, if you're into avo'
Slice of tomato, with plenty of pepper
Then drown in grated or sliced&diced cheese

Put under griller until cheese is melted, but not turning rubbery..
fiesta

by eddie Tue Nov 20, 2018 11:45 pm

Top Chef replies:

Oooh cheese. Melty..drippy...gooey...and sliding down your throat. Nothing better than cheese to get a man all week at the knees.
Top tip! Drip melted cheese onto your lover for some saucy foreplay!
Remember: cheese gets hot and sticky.

by Ben Reilly Tue Nov 20, 2018 11:47 pm

eddie wrote:Top Chef replies:

Oooh cheese. Melty..drippy...gooey...and sliding down your throat. Nothing better than cheese to get a man all week at the knees.
Top tip! Drip melted cheese onto your lover for some saucy foreplay!
Remember: cheese gets hot and sticky.

Tex says:

Hoo-ee girl but you just got me all dang hot and bothered! Reminded me of this ol' Messkin cowhand we had down on the ranch! Went by the name o' Pedro Chingador, and he was always makin' goat's milk cheese, which ifn you ain't ever had none, you need to gitchoo some!

We had to fire that ol' sombitch, though - turned out he liked them ol' goats a bit too much, if you take my meanin'.

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