Cheese can be a decadent flavor in comfort foods that you enjoy. Substituting cheese with low-fat or nonfat options allows you to continue to taste the unique flavor of these cheeses without adding too many calories or fat grams. Although these...
The Trader Joe's grocery chain carries a wide range of self-labeled food products. The stores offer a selection of dairy products, including low-fat versions of many of their more popular types of cheese. There are even certified organic versions...
Varieties of cheeses abound at the supermarket, ranging from simple American cheeses to complex Greek versions. Cheese can be purchased in pasteurized and raw forms, in single sizes and large rounds. A variety of nutritional preferences are...
The various brands offering low fat feta cheese may vary in calorie content. One brand may contain a few more calories in their low fat feta cheese than another brand, but all of the brands provide consumers with a healthier choice.
Made from part-skim milk, low-fat ricotta cheeses provide ricotta flavor without ruining your diet. However, before you eat too much low-fat cheese, it's important to calculate just how many calories you're actually consuming and how many you're...
Low-fat cheddar cheese is a healthier alternative to regular cheddar cheese. It has fewer calories and less fat. Still, you should consume reduced-fat cheddar cheese in moderation.
The Greeks have been making feta cheese for more than two centuries and refer to it as the princess of cheeses. It is made from sheep's milk or a combination of sheep and goat's milk. Feta cheese can be a source of fat and sodium in your diet. To...
Cottage cheese is eaten as a side dish and is used in a variety of dips, desserts, cold sandwiches and pasta dishes. Cottage cheese contains more calories than most cheeses, but low-fat cottage cheese can be a good option for people worried about...
Low-fat cream cheese has many uses in savory and sweet snacks and recipes. You can enjoy low-fat cream cheese, a low-fat dairy food, almost as frequently as you would like, according to the National Institutes of Health.
While American cheese isn't real cheese, it is extremely popular as a cheese substitute. Low-fat American cheese is a healthier alternative to regular American cheese and can be added to sandwiches as slices or to recipes when shredded.
String cheese is a form of mozzarella cheese, and can be a healthy and convenient snack. Dairy products, such as string cheese, are typically high in fat and cholesterol, but low-fat varieties have many of the nutritional benefits while limiting...
Low-fat ricotta cheese is made from skim milk. It is lower in fat than part-skim ricotta cheese. Ricotta is technically not a cheese, but rather a cheese byproduct made from the whey that is drained off while making mozzarella and provolone...
Cottage cheese manufacturers wash the curds to reduce acidity, producing a mild, moist fresh cheese. There are three basic types of cottage cheese: small curd, medium curb and large, or popcorn, curd.
Swiss cheese actually refers to a variety of cheeses with origins in Switzerland. The one most commonly referred to as Swiss cheese in the United States is a type of Swiss emmental or emmentaler.
One of the most versatile dairy products, cream cheese is used for spreads, dips and in dessert recipes. Low-fat or light cream cheese is a healthy way to enjoy the distinctive taste of cream cheese without the high fat content and associated...
American string cheese is processed mozzarella made with cow's milk and vacuum-sealed in single-serving wrappers. String cheese from Slovakia and Armenia are made with sheep's milk and added seeds and spices.
Bagels are a simple, yet delicious bread whether served plain, toasted, as a sandwich or with the ever-popular cream cheese. Depending on the type of bagel and the topping that you use, the calorie count differs greatly. Consider the toppings you...
In Italian, ricotta means "re-cooked." According to the website Mangi Bene Pasta, ricotta cheese is made using the watery residue from other cheese. Whey left over from making mozzarella and provolone can be re-used to make the soft, mild-tasting...
While there is no magic food that will make you lose weight, low-fat cottage cheese does offer some weight loss benefits. To lose weight successfully, you need to create a caloric deficit by eating less food than your body needs. Low-fat cottage...
Whether you prefer a classic tomato and basil salad with fresh mozzarella, or simply a good string cheese, mozzarella is a beloved Italian delight. It makes the perfect melted topping for pizzas and lasagnas. Unfortunately, full-fat mozzarella...
Macaroni and cheese is a comfort food, revered in Southern kitchens, that has been a mainstay on tables across America for decades. Having a low-fat diet does not mean eliminating this entree from the menu. Simple modifications and substitutions...
Laughing Cow produces two cheese products with their eponymous cheese wedges being their most famous. The spreadable cheese comes in wedge-shaped servings in regular and light fat formulations.
Cheddar cheese gets its name from the village of Cheddar in Somerset, England, where this firm, smooth cheese originated. Cheddar, which ranges in flavor from mild to sharp, is ideal on burgers, sandwiches, in cheese sauces and as an appetizer or...
Milk and milk products can be an important part of any weight loss plan. In fact, the American Dietetic Association reports that three servings of milk or other dairy products can help the body lose fat while maintaining muscle mass. It's...
In order to build a body that has solid mass, you need to reduce your level of fat and increase the amount of lean muscle. Use a disciplined approach and undertake a program that combines a healthy eating plan, cardiovascular exercise and weight...
Sugar cravings not only wreck havoc with your waistline, but they can be detrimental to your health. Along with causing fatigue, acne and headaches, eating too much sugar can contribute to obesity, type 2 diabetes, heart disease, high blood...
Eating healthy doesn't have to mean eating nothing but salad every day. Instead, creating an eating plan that you can maintain is key. Incorporate your favorite fruits and veggies into each meal, and create modified recipes that can help control...
The Lean Pockets breakfast products are marketed under the Hot Pockets brand name and are both owned by parent company Nestle USA, Inc. Lean Pockets were introduced in 1987 "to meet the needs of health conscious consumers," according to the Hot...
Weight Watchers was developed over 40 years ago as a method to help people lose weight. Over the years, the franchise has grown to include many brand name products, including Smart Ones. Smart Ones are low-calorie, low-fat, frozen entrees that can...
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