Cheese is not bad at all!

One often hears one should avoid cheese because it's rich in fat, and also in cholesterol. Perhaps true, but the corollaries are that the enzymes in aged partially break down the milk proteins, making them easier to digest (this is important if you're getting over something), and also that aged cheeses, especially Parmigiano Reggiano and Grana Padana, are superb sources of calcium -- a very important consideration for those at risk for osteoporosis. In other words, cheese can be vary good for you!