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05.12.08

How About Some Yak Cheese With That Turkey Sandwich?

A study identifies potential health benefits of the Himalayan treat

By Gregory Mone Posted 03.14.2008 at 4:05 pm 2 Comments

Move over cheddar. It’s time for something hairier…er, healthier. Researchers in Nepal and Canada are reporting [PDF] that yak cheese has higher levels of several healthy fatty acids than the stuff derived from dairy cattle.

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