Cheese 'significantly' better than butter at lowering cholesterol in women, UCD study claims

The researchers looked at the impact on cholesterol levels from eating Irish cheddar cheese compared to butter for both men and women. File photo

Warnings about eating our favourite foods tend to grate, but there is good news for women with new Irish research showing cheddar cheese is good for their heart health.

The researchers looked at the impact on cholesterol levels from eating Irish cheddar cheese compared to butter for both men and women.