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Butter Calories
Contains fat-soluble vitamins
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
Butter Nutrition Facts
Selected: 100 g
717
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
0.1g
· 0%
Protein
0.9g
· 0%
Fat
81.1g
· 100%
Fiber
0g
Butter Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin A
684µg · 76% DV
Vitamin E
2.3mg · 15% DV
Vitamin D
1.5µg · 8% DV
B12
0.17µg · 7% DV
Minerals
Sodium
643mg · 28% DV
Iodine
38µg · 25% DV
Phosphorus
24mg · 3% DV
Calcium
24mg · 2% DV
Butter Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
Is Butter Processed?
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Butter Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Butter Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Butter Fat Profile
SATURATED
51.37g
MONOUNSATURATED
21.02g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.04g
Omega 6:3 ratio 6.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (6.8:1).
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Butter — Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories are in butter?
Butter contains 717 calories per 100 grams. It is a calorie-dense dairy food.
Does butter have protein?
Yes, but only a small amount. Butter provides 0.9 grams of protein per 100 grams.
Does butter contain carbs?
Butter contains almost no carbohydrates. It has 0.1 grams of carbs per 100 grams.
Is butter high in fat?
Yes, butter is very high in fat. It contains 81.1 grams of fat per 100 grams.
Is butter keto-friendly?
Yes, based on the provided diet compatibility, butter is suitable for keto. It is also very low in carbs and high in fat.
Is butter gluten-free?
Yes, butter is listed as compatible with a gluten-free diet. However, it does contain dairy as an allergen.
What is the glycemic index of butter?
Butter has a glycemic index of 0. Its carbohydrate content is also extremely low.
Is butter suitable for vegetarians?
Yes, butter is listed as suitable for vegetarian diets. It is also compatible with omnivore and flexitarian eating patterns.
Can you eat butter on paleo?
Yes, based on the provided compatibility data, butter is suitable for paleo. It is also listed for Mediterranean-style eating.
Is butter a processed food?
Butter is classified here as minimally processed. That means it is not listed as an ultra-processed product.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.