A new study by scientists has found that full-fat cheddar cheese does not raise total blood cholesterol.

The researchers say the findings mean those who had previously been told not to eat cheddar in order to reduce their cholesterol may be able to eat it again.

Cheddar accounts for more than half the cheese sold in the Irish market, with €108 million spent on it in last year.

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