Is Cheese a Protein or Grain? Understanding Its Nutritional Identity
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With many hard cheeses containing over 30% protein by dry weight, it's clear that cheese is not a grain, but a concentrated dairy product rich in protein and fat. This common misconception can be easily clarified by understanding how cheese is made and what it offers nutritionally. So, is cheese a protein or grain? The answer is definitively a protein-rich food.