7 Best Cheeses You Can Eat While Losing Belly Fat | XpertsReviews.com

A sports dietitian explains which protein-rich cheeses can promote satiety.

Are you trying to blast belly fat? Obviously, your diet is crucial. If you like cheese, you’re in luck. According to Tara Collingwood, MS, RDN, CSSD, LD/N, ACSM-CPT, certified sports dietitian and co-author of Flat stomach recipe book for dummiescheese can be incorporated into your weight loss diet. “No single food causes belly fat loss. However, high-protein, easy-to-portion cheeses can promote satiety and muscle maintenance, both important for overall fat loss,” she says. Here are the 7 best cheeses you can eat while losing belly fat.

Cottage cheese

Cottage cheese is one of the highest protein cheeses, which helps support muscle growth and keeps you full. “Maintaining muscle is important for metabolism, especially when trying to lose belly fat. A low-fat or high-fat diet can work depending on portions and preferences,” she says.

Greek Feta

Greek feta is also a good choice. “Feta has a strong flavor, so a little goes a long way,” says Collingwood. “This makes portion control easier while adding satisfaction to meals. Great crumbled over salads or roasted vegetables.”

Part-skim mozzarella

“Mozzarella is relatively low in calories and provides protein and calcium, nutrients that support body composition when included in a balanced diet. Servings of string cheese make this especially manageable,” she says.6254a4d1642c605c54bf1cab17d50f1e

Parmesan

Parmesan is another cheese you can eat while losing weight. “Hard cheeses like Parmesan are flavorful and high in protein, meaning you can use small amounts and still feel satisfied. A tablespoon or two adds big flavor without a lot of calories,” says Collingwood.

Swiss cheese

Swiss cheese is a solid option. “Swiss cheese offers protein with less sodium than many other cheeses, which can be helpful for people watching their bloating or water retention. Pairs well with whole-grain bread or fruit,” says Collingwood.

Ricotta (partially skimmed)

Collingwood is a fan of ricotta, which “provides protein and calcium and works well in both sweet and savory dishes, making it easier to stick to a calorie-controlled diet,” she says. “Try it with berries or herbs and vegetables.”

Goat cheese

Goat cheese is her final cheese recommendation for losing belly fat. “Goat cheese is rich and tangy, which helps with portion control, and some people find it easier to digest than cow’s milk cheeses. A little adds creaminess to salads and bowls,” says Collingwood.

Lea Groth