If you want to do something truly healthy for your body, figure, and health, then swap your usual dinner for a bowl of cottage cheese. You can also add some extras.

If you want to lose weight, then choose a low-fat cottage cheese. Cottage cheese contains only 2 percent carbohydrates, but it's rich in healthy proteins. Among its minerals, selenium stands out, as it is necessary for the normal functioning of certain enzymes, participates in the metabolism of thyroid hormones, and protects cells from oxidative stress. Selenium is said to act especially effectively on cancer cells in the skin, lungs, prostate, and intestines.

Cottage cheese is also high in phosphorus, which is important in the body primarily for the growth, building, and strength of bones, especially when combined with calcium. These are also the elements present in the largest amounts in our bodies. In addition, phosphorus is absorbed much more efficiently into our bodies. Although phosphorus deficiency is rare here, as it is abundant in other foods as well, a lack of phosphorus can cause loss of bone density, osteoporosis, and increased risk of bone fractures. Of course, with phosphorus, caution is also needed to avoid overdosing. Too much phosphorus inhibits the action of vitamin D and accelerates the loss of calcium, which also leads to decreased bone density.

Fortunately, cottage cheese also contains a lot of calcium.

Cottage cheese is not without vitamins either. The most abundant is vitamin B12, which is essential for many metabolic processes in the body, and is especially important for pregnant women. B12 contributes to the release of energy during metabolism, improves nervous system function, plays an important role in strengthening the immune system, reduces tiredness and fatigue...

The next fairly present element in cottage cheese is riboflavin, or vitamin B2, which plays an important role in metabolism, improves skin and vision, protects cells from oxidative stress, and reduces fatigue. Signs of vitamin B2 deficiency include cracks at the corners of the mouth, a sore tongue, dermatitis, and especially slowed oxidation of fatty acids and a slowing metabolism, which leads to the accumulation of fat deposits. Vitamin B2 deficiency is also linked to reduced ability to absorb iron, which affects a range of other crucial processes in the body.

Lastly, we must not overlook the high sodium content in cottage cheese. While sodium is essential for the normal function of many bodily functions, excessive amounts can cause health issues such as high blood pressure, strain the heart, and harm the blood vessels. So if you decide to swap your dinner for cottage cheese, try to eat less salty food during the day.

And what should a cottage cheese dinner look like?

We recommend eating between 100 and 200 grams of cottage cheese, to which you can add a spoonful of cinnamon or grated chocolate (at least 60% cocoa content).

One important note. If you decide on a cottage cheese dinner, do not eat anything else. Even for drinks, it's best to have water or unsweetened tea, and avoid alcohol and coffee.