{"id":28421,"date":"2016-09-06T18:04:22","date_gmt":"2016-09-06T22:04:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/developer83.wordpress-developer.us\/culturecheesemag\/?p=28421"},"modified":"2017-11-16T15:27:04","modified_gmt":"2017-11-16T20:27:04","slug":"cheese-as-running-fuel","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/developer83.wordpress-developer.us\/culturecheesemag\/cheese-as-running-fuel\/","title":{"rendered":"Cheese Talk: Cheese as Running Fuel"},"content":{"rendered":"

Cheese often gets a bad rap when it comes to nutrition, thanks to decades of (occasionally misinformed) claims from doctors, government agencies, and health gurus. Even the most devoted turophile might adopt a hushed tone when confessing how much cheese he consumes, or even cut cheese from his diet altogether when pursuing a fitness goal.<\/p>\n

But do curds deserve their reputation as a guilty pleasure? Max McCalman, celebrated Mai\u0302tre Fromager and author of Mastering Cheese<\/cite>, doesn\u2019t think so. Instead, he often extolls it as \u201cthe perfect food.\u201d While I raised an eyebrow the first time I heard him say this, further research has proven the wisdom of his words.<\/p>\n

A quick perusal of popular diet plans for runners and other endurance athletes reveals a few nutritional components repeatedly highlighted as essential: proteins, minerals, fats. Cheese, it turns out, is an efficient source of these nutrients and more.<\/p>\n

Twenty to twenty-five percent of cheese\u2019s calories come from protein, says Kelly Toups, a registered dietician with Oldways<\/a>, the parent organization for the Oldways Cheese Coalition<\/a>. Approximately 20 percent of those calories come from whey\u2014a \u201cquick\u201d form of protein that helps protect muscle during exercise and provides a ready source of energy. The rest comes from casein, a \u201cslow\u201d protein that helps athletes develop strength and stamina over time.<\/p>\n

According to the USDA Food Composition Database, the remaining 70 to 75 percent of cheese\u2019s calories come from fat. And before that number scares you away, bear in mind that fat is one of the newest villains-turned-stars of the nutritional world. Unsaturated fat, in particular, is considered healthy, but even saturated fats, found in grass-fed meats, eggs, and yes, that wedge of blue on your board, are getting a reprieve as of late. For vegetarian athletes, in particular, cheese can be an easy way to up protein intake.<\/h3>\n

In addition, cheese is packed with magnesium and calcium\u2014the former is necessary for healthy muscle contractions and energy metabolism, while the latter helps protect against common overuse injuries, such as stress fractures, and assist with muscle and enzyme function and normal heart rhythms.<\/p>\n

Cheese also contains conjugated linoleic acid (CLA), purported to boost metabolism and aid in burning fat (though it should be noted that claims for CLA\u2019s benefits are backed by inconclusive research). Even the high salt content of cheese can be a boon to athletes, since it helps replace vital electrolytes shed via sweat.<\/h3>\n

Indeed, cheese is a concentrated source of nutrients\u2014you might even think of tyrosine-flecked Alpine cubes or clothbound cheddar shards as natural energy bites or sports goo, delivering a delicious bang for your buck.<\/p>\n

Gregg Cook, a personal trainer, and instructor at Equinox Fitness Clubs in New York City known for his high-intensity classes, eats cheese and recommends it to his clients. \u201cAs long as the individual doesn\u2019t have a dairy intolerance, [high-quality, artisan cheese is] great,\u201d he says. \u201cGoat cheeses may be some of the best as they generally have a lower-calorie, higher-protein makeup.\u201d<\/p>\n

Cook also gives a thumbs-up to fat: \u201cFull fat is definitely better than low fat. Cheese can have a satiating effect thanks to the fat content. However, and certainly not surprisingly, if you overindulge you might put on some weight.\u201d<\/p>\n

While cheese is a good addition to a balanced diet, it\u2019s still essential to consume foods across the nutritional spectrum\u2014 especially if you\u2019re training for a race or other competitive event. \u201cCarbohydrates fuel your muscles and are the foundation of healthy sports nutrition,\u201d Toups says, citing Nancy Clark\u2019s Sports Nutrition Guidebook<\/cite>. \u201cAthletes who want to include cheese in their eating plan need to be sure to pair it with carbohydrate sources.\u201d<\/p>\n

Another caveat: It\u2019s important to test how your stomach responds to cheese\u2014especially during a workout. Of course, this is also true for many otherwise nutritious foods, from leafy greens and other high-fiber items to fatty meats and nuts. There\u2019s a reason a big bowl of pasta has become the carb-loading cliche\u0301 (think: quick and easy digestion)\u2014add a grating of nutritionally rich Parmigiano Reggiano<\/a>, and you just might have the perfect fuel.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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