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Butter

Butter is a dairy fat made by churning cream. It is used as a cooking fat and spread, with a rich flavor and very low carbohydrate content.

Beneficial properties

energy-dense source of fat-soluble vitamins contains saturated fat low in carbohydrates

Nutritional highlights

Butter is primarily composed of fat and provides vitamin A, small amounts of vitamin E and vitamin K2, and trace amounts of butyrate.

Information. Contains dairy and is high in saturated fat, so it may be unsuitable for people with milk allergy and should be limited in some heart-healthy diets.

Conditions it helps with

General Wellness
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Hardening / Clogging of Arteries
Includes: Atherosclerosis (Coronary Artery Disease)
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Heart Disease
Includes: Heart Disease (Cardiomyopathy)
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High Cholesterol
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Recipes featuring Butter