When it comes to cheese, people often say they love it so much they can't live without it — but hate that it can make you fat and causes heart disease. The truth is that cheese is what you call a whole food. Whole foods are generally good for you, as long as you don't eat too much of one thing.

Will cheese increase weight?

There is no evidence that dairy foods cause weight gain. You lose and gain weight by eating fewer or additional calories, not by any one food group. Dairy products are great sources of many beneficial nutrients and should be included in your diet for that reason.

Is cheese good for weight loss?

Cheese. If you're counting calories, don't count out cheese just yet. One study suggests including calcium-rich low-fat dairy in your low-cal meals may actually help you lose a little weight while also protecting bone health.