Butter Facts and Health Benefits

Butter is rich in nutrients and beneficial compounds like butyrate and conjugated linoleic acid.

High-fat dairy products like butter have been, linked to reduced risk of obesity, diabetes, and heart problems.

However, butter is high in calories and saturated fat and should be, eaten in moderation.

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Because butter is mainly composed of fat, it is a high-calorie food.

A tablespoon consists of 14 grams of butter as about 100 calories, which is similar to 1 medium-sized banana.

If butter is eating in large amounts, it may lead to weight gain and associated health problems, especially in the context of a high-calorie diet.

According to health sources, butter contains only trace amounts of lactose, so if eaten in, moderation it should be safe for most people with lactose intolerance.