Cheese Facts: Health Benefits, Allergies & Weight Loss

Cottage cheese before bed may aid weight loss, but some varieties like blue cheese can trigger inflammation. Identify cheeses that are safe for diabetics or migraine sufferers and find options that are lactose and casein-free.

Assortment of cheese on table outdoors, Auvergne, France

High Blood Pressure and Cheese

Chock-full of healthy proteins and calcium, cheese can be part of a balanced diet, if eaten in moderation. For those with high blood pressure, however, eating cheese can be problematic.

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various types of cheese

Does Cheese Cause Gas & Cramps?

Humans have consumed cheese for millenia -- at least as far back as 4,000 years ago, according to the International Dairy Foods Association. Unfortunately, many people have a difficult time digesting cheese, primarily due to its milk content.

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