Are you a cheese lover who also struggles with gaining weight? Don’t worry, you can still lose weight without giving up cheese.

Janine Bowring, ND, naturopath and content creator, advises choosing cheeses with a high protein-to-fat ratio for effective weight loss.

These cheeses contain more protein and less saturated fat, which makes you feel fuller and makes it easier to lose weight.

There are so many different types of cheese available that Bowring recommended some of the best choices for health and weight management.

Mozzarella cheese:

Mozzarella cheese, often found on pizza and in mozzarella sticks, is actually a great choice for weight loss. It has fewer than 80 calories per ounce and a favorable protein-to-fat ratio, making it a good option for people trying to lose weight.

Cottage cheese:

Cottage cheese is another great option. A one-cup serving contains about 185 calories, five grams of fat, and 23 grams of protein, making for a high protein-to-fat ratio.

Goat cheese:

Studies suggest that goat cheese may promote feelings of fullness and reduce cravings. A 2017 study in the journal Nutrients found that goat cheese had a greater effect on appetite-related hormones and was more effective at reducing hunger than cow-based dairy products.

Ricotta cheese:

Ricotta cheese is also a good diet choice because of its high protein content and less than 50 calories per ounce. The low fat content and creamy texture make ricotta a useful alternative for weight management.