The Coronavirus emergency has had a strong impact on our lifestyle, making food a full-fledged protagonist of Italians’ days. Dairy products, according to a recent article by Assolatte on Lattendibile, are fully included in the smart shopping list as precious allies of psychophysical well-being.

As Assolatte states, the mechanisms underlying the relationship between dairy products and body weight are different. An important role is played by the calcium present in these foods, the intake of which, in addition to having an important role on the nervous system, is related to a lower probability of accumulating fat on the abdomen and waistline. Secondly, whey protein acts on appetite regulation, food intake and the maintenance of muscle mass in the case of a weight loss diet.

On a psychological level, on the other hand, to the rescue of the inevitable bad mood and emotional discomfort due to social isolation and the lack of endorphins produced by physical exercise, the correct lifestyle provides for a balanced intestinal bacterial flora. A healthy and efficient microbiome is also essential for mental health! In this sense, dairy products are our precious allies, as well as in the fight against psychophysical stress, thanks to their particular mix of micro nutrients (tryptophan which stimulates the production of serotonin, vitamin B2 and zinc, essential for fighting irritability). In addition to activating the secretion of neurotransmitters such as dopamine and serotonin, which are effective in counteracting anxiety, dairy products trigger the production of GABA. Added to this is the effect of caseomorphins produced by the digestion of casein that act on opioid receptors in the brain, giving immediate cerebral “gratification”.

To strengthen the immune system, it is necessary to provide the body with all the substances useful for supporting immunocompetence such as vitamins A and D, in particular, which are abundant in dairy products.

Furthermore, from the point of view of intolerances, the consumption of Gorgonzola Igor is also suitable for those suffering from lactose intolerance, as it is naturally lactose-free, Lfree certified approved by AILI (Italian Association of Lactose Intolerants).

A balanced diet that includes the intake of dairy products, including Gorgonzola, is therefore an excellent starting point for maintaining a healthy lifestyle and alleviating anxiety and bad moods.