Calorie and nutritional value of Russian cheese
Russian cheese has been widely known since Soviet times and is in high consumer demand.This is due to the pleasant, traditional creamy cheese flavor of the product. Its taste is popular with a wide range of tasters, and besides, cheese has a relatively affordable price compared to other varieties.
How many calories in a product?
Russian cheese basically has pasteurized milk. As a result, in the finished product, the percentage of fat can be 50 or 45%. The difference between them lies in the energy value - the number of kcal in a piece of 50% is 363.5, while the analogue of 45% fat content is 338 kcal per 100 grams of product.
A piece of cheese (100 g) with 45% fat does not contain carbohydrates, 28.5 g of the composition is occupied by fats, the remaining 22.5 g are proteins.
Proteins, fats and carbohydrates
As already mentioned, the basis of the composition of BZHU Russian product is fats, represented by fatty polysaturated and unsaturated acids. Slightly inferior in content proteins. They are easily digestible. Carbohydrates are found in very modest amounts (0.55 g) and are represented by lactose and glucose.
Milk fat is more unsaturated fatty acids, although there are both mono- and polysaturated acids.
Due to the high protein content, this product can be recommended to athletes on weight, as well as to those who lack the daily protein requirement (1.5-2 g of protein per 1 kg of body weight). At the same time, proteins in cheese are referred to as so-called full-fledged - containing all the necessary amino acids.
The benefits and harm for weight loss
A big mistake is a complete rejection of cheese during the diet because of its high calorie content. Like any other product, Russian cheese should be considered in terms of the richness of its composition, taking into account the benefits it brings to the body. And this product brings her a lot.
First, it is a source of calcium and protein. The latter in cheese is similar to protein from dairy products. It is this protein that is almost completely absorbed by the body, unlike its milk analog. Protein is essential for building muscle tissue, and it also supports healthy teeth and bones.
Cheeses with fat content of 17-25% are considered to be allowed for use during the diet period. Of course, the fat percentage of the Russian product is higher. In this regard, you should reduce the amount of its consumption.
Secondly, in this type of cheese, the content of amino acids is high, including those not produced by the body (for example, tryptophan, lysine), but exclusively from food. They are necessary for the vital activity of all organs and systems, intensive metabolic processes and lipid metabolism.
Finally, the content of vitamin E in the product is high, which is considered to be a natural antioxidant that removes toxins from the body. This vitamin is also called the “beauty vitamin” because it slows down the processes of cell aging, contributes to the preservation of skin tone, healthy skin and hair.
In an effort to lose weight, some women almost completely refuse fat, considering them the main enemies of a slim figure. However, fats in certain quantities are necessary, especially for the female body. First of all, their deficiency “hits” in the reproductive system - the level of sex hormones decreases, menstrual failures, amenorrhea, problems with conception are observed. Negatively, the lack of fat affects the condition of the skin, nails and hair.
Russian cheese has in its composition saturated fatty acids, as well as Omega-6 and 9. Splitting, they provide the body with energy, promote fat burning (due to the activation of metabolism) and increase muscle mass.
A high potassium content helps to strengthen the heart muscle, which is especially important for people who are overweight. Excess kilograms leads to a noticeable increase in the load on the heart. In addition, potassium helps to remove excess fluid from the body, eliminates puffiness.
Harm from eating cheese can be felt by people with elevated levels of cholesterol in the blood, because the product contains beef tallow. He is one of the most heavy fats, so aggravate the situation. In addition, this component with excessive use of the product can cause difficulties with digestion, constipation.
In Russian cheese contains not only vitamin E, but also vitamins A, C, group B, and in addition, it boasts a wealth of mineral composition. All this suggests a tonic, immuno-strengthening effect of the product. Even a small amount of it is able to compensate for the lack of nutritional components in the body, the deficiency of which is often observed when following a diet.
Russian cheese is the champion among the "brethren" in phosphorus content. The latter improves cerebral circulation, thereby improving intellectual activity. In combination with calcium, it participates in the process of strengthening bones and teeth. In addition, it participates in metabolic cellular processes, affects the functioning of almost all organs.
Cheese intake should be abandoned for diseases of the liver, gallbladder and biliary tract. This product is an inappropriate option for exacerbation of inflammatory diseases of the gastrointestinal tract (ulcers, gastritis).
It is forbidden to eat it if you are allergic to any component of the product, as well as lactose intolerance. The latter is available in Russian cheese.
Like any product, cheese must be eaten in small quantities. Otherwise, there may be problems with digestion, an excess of vitamin B, amino acids and sodium (all of them are present in the composition of the product) can lead to an increase in blood pressure, insomnia.
Dietary use
Due to the high calorie content and fat content, cheese is best combined with fresh vegetables and greens. They will perform fiber and will not reduce intestinal motility. As a result, the cheese will be fully and quickly digested, and all unnecessary elements will be removed from the body.
High nutritional value imposes certain limits on its use. It is recommended to do this in the morning, preferably for breakfast, although at lunch meals with cheese will not harm the body. The main thing - to enter it into KBSTU.
Typically, the daily dosage of the product is 20-25 g, it should not be consumed every day, but 2-3 times a week. Do not eat cheese before eating, it will stimulate the appetite. It is better to take it as a snack, combining with vegetables. Cheese salad can be served before a meal: by increasing appetite, cheese will have a stimulating effect on the stomach, preparing it and other organs of the gastrointestinal tract to digest food. In this case, the first and / or second course should follow the salad.
Delicate creamy taste of cheese provides its harmonious combination with savory fruits, including baked apples or pears. He is successful in salads, sandwiches, harmoniously combined with nuts, seafood.
But the use of it with meat or chicken is not recommended. In the first case, the dish will turn out too heavy, in the second - due to the large amount of protein per meal, there may be digestive problems.
Today there are cheese monodiets, but the basis of such nutrition is usually low-fat and low-calorie varieties of the product, so the Russian is not very suitable for these purposes. However, if you really want, it can replace solid or semi-hard cheese from the diet menu with similar indicators of energy value.
In any case, you should check whether the daily calorie intake will be exceeded if you include in the diet Russian product. If this happens, you should simply reduce the portion of cheese.
However, it should be remembered that, like any mono-diet, cheese is suitable for people who do not have serious health problems. Such a diet should be short-term, and it should be resorted to no more than once every six months. However, even if these conditions are met, an express diet is always stressful for the body.
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