The Dr. Gundry Podcast Six INCREDIBLE Cheeses with Health Benefits! - Dr. G's Quick Health Tip | EP 388.B
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Jan 29, 2026 A tour of six cheeses that may be easier to digest and friendlier to gut bacteria. Explanations of A2 versus A1 casein and the benefits of raw or traditionally aged milks. Highlights of sheep, goat, Swiss, and triple cream varieties and why their fermentation matters. Notes on vitamin K2, portion tips, and how cultures can reduce problematic compounds.
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A2 Casein And Raw European Cheeses
- Many European cheeses come from A2-casein animals and are gentler on human digestion than A1-casein American milk.
- European cheeses are often raw and free of growth hormones/antibiotics, preserving beneficial bacteria lost in pasteurization.
Read Labels: Origin, Aging, Cultures
- Look for country of origin, aging length, and "cultures" on the label when choosing cheese.
- Prefer imported, naturally aged cheeses like Pecorino Romano and grate them over vegetables or snack sparingly.
Aged Cheese: Polyamines And Nutrients
- Aged cheeses contain polyamines like spermidine that are linked to increased healthspan.
- Cheese also supplies milk fat globule membranes and minerals such as magnesium, potassium, and phosphorus.