The cheese It is one of the natural products created by the most complete man and with a multitude of beneficial properties. Cheese is rich in calcium, as many of us know and for this reason helps us prevent cavities and other dental diseases. In addition, it benefits our bone structure.
It has been shown that in ancient Egypt a large amount of cheese was already made and from there it spread throughout Europe in such a way that it has become one of the most popular foods. It was in the XNUMXth century that the first industrial cheese production factory was opened in Switzerland.
Properties and benefits of cheese
SIts properties depend on the milk with which this dairy is made, since it can be made from cow, sheep or goat milk. The fat in the milk will totally influence its taste. We found these fantastic common properties:
- They have great values of proteins, vitamins A, D and all those of group B. It is rich in nutrients, therefore, it is highly recommended to introduce it into our diet. The level of fats is higher than that of milk, they are saturated fats of animal origin, therefore, its consumption should be controlled if you suffer from any cardiovascular disease, obesity or overweight.
- It is characterized by its high in calcium and phosphorus, two substances that have a direct impact on the bones, in addition, help the remineralization of the teeth, preventing the creation of cavities and dental diseases.
Cheese varieties
By now we all know that we can find several types of cheeses, the desnatado, semi-cured, cured, old. As well as the extra-fatty, fatty or semi-fatty. Or also the fresh, white, fermented or ripened.
Depending on our taste, we will choose one or the other, they are accompanied with bread, quince, jams, they can be added in salads, sauces or as a final icing to melt.
You can play with all the variety of cheeses that we find in the market, some are more common than others, although today, large stores already have almost all varieties. However, if we want to look for quality cheeses, it is preferable to go to specialized stores where they will explain all the varieties correctly and with which foods they combine best, including wine.