While there are several variants of cheese, one of the healthiest avatars called feta enriches your nourishment quotient. ‘Feta’ is derived from the Greek word for slice. Available in a soft texture, this white brined cheese which crumbles on touch is one the “healthiest cheeses in the world”.
Cheese is a very delicious complement to any kind of meal but sadly people avoid this calcium-rich food when sticking to a healthy diet. While most people love cheese, there seems to be a mental block. Here comes feta a cheese with great taste which is packed with good health. Let’s unveil this “packed with good health” cheese :
* Energy and lower fat content: Feta is low in calories and fat than most other cheeses.
According to Chef Priya Dikshit, “Due to it’s strong flavor, just one ounce as part of your meals is enough. This one-ounce serving contains 69 calories and only 5.9 grams of fat, of which 4.23 grams are saturated, while Cheddar has 9 gms of fat in a similar serving size”. Feta cheese contains up to 1.9 per cent conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) a fatty acid known to help improve body composition, decrease fat mass and increase lean body mass.
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