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Is Cheese Good for You?


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Cheese contains many of the essential nutrients your body needs, and is a great addition to any diet. Reasons to incorporate cheese into your family’s everyday meal plan include: Adding cheese to fruits, vegetables and grains to improve taste and appeal for children. Cheese contributes high-quality protein as well as calcium, phosphorus and vitamin A to the diet. Reduced-fat cheese provides the same essential nutrients as regular cheese and tastes great.

Wondering how to incorporate more cheese into your diet? There are several easy (and tasty) ways to do so! Pair cheese, crackers, and your favorite fruit for an easy go-to snack. Mix in some cheese with your next bowl of scrambled eggs or veggie-rich omelet. Sprinkle cheese over your salad or soup to add protein to your meal. The ways to add cheese into your next meal are endless!

Interested in more? Check out our easy-to-make recipes here.