The cheeses have always been divided, in addition to the milk of origin, into fresh and aged.

 Let's see first what are the differences between fresh and aged cheeses, and then let's try to understand the positive nutritional contribution that fresh cheeses give us, when they are actually fresh and not contaminated by preservatives.

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To obtain aged cheeses, it is necessary to gradually remove water from the cheese. This will become harder, tangier, and more resistant. The external crust is a valid barrier to bacteria and, in some cases, it is possible to eat.

Let's go back for a moment to our hard or seasoned cheeses: they have more fat and a higher sodium content than fresh cheeses, but contain more protein. The cheeses made from cow's milk are fundamental for the increase in muscle mass, for the health of the teeth and nails.

Lactose, which to some causes food intolerances, is reduced to such an extent that it is no longer a problem even for the most sensitive.

About Fresh Cheese

Fresh cheeses are softer, creamier, due to the presence of water which makes them delicate and suitable for quick consumption, they almost never have a rind, they can also be combined with many dishes as ingredients

But ATTENTION! Only those cheeses that were made to be eaten in the days immediately following can be considered fresh!

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Otherwise they are in fact aged but kept with the fresh aspect by the preservatives.

E203 (calcium sorbate) and E235 (Natamycin) can cause allergic reactions and generally cause damage to our body, in this they are in fact anti-mold.

The advantage of eating cheeses that are actually fresh and WITHOUT PRESERVATIVES lies in the genuine ingredients, in the actual freshness of the product that keeps all the organic substances healthy for us alive.

 The big advantage of fresh cheeses in terms of nutritional intake is given by the significant intake of calcium, mineral salts and live lactic ferments, which contribute to strengthening our immune system.

The burrata, incredibly good, are as fresh as they are calories, let's not forget it.

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The calorie intake is however moderate if the percentage of fat remains under control.

Ottima Cheese Team