Fats and Oils / Animal Fats
Butter
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 772kcal / 2530kcal (30%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 0.5 g/ 71g (0.7%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 85.5 g/ 42g (203%) | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 0 g/ 348g (0%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 17.75 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (2%) |
Vit B1 | 0.01 mg/ 1mg (0.83%) |
Vit B2 | 0.02 mg/ 1mg (1%) |
Vit B3 | 0 mg NE/ 16mg NE (0%) |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 18 mg/ 750mg (2%) |
Phosphorus | 18 mg/ 700mg (2%) |
Iron | 0.6 mg/ 12mg (5%) |
Sodium | 550 mg/ 1500mg (36%) |
Allergen Info
Milk
What is this food?
Butter is a dairy fat made from churned cream. It’s mostly fat, with little to no carbohydrates or fiber.
Why it matters to health
Butter can add flavor and help you feel satisfied, but it’s also high in saturated fat (about 53.7 g per 100 g) and cholesterol (about 227 mg per 100 g), plus some sodium (about 550 mg). If eaten often or in big amounts, it can make it harder to keep your overall fat quality balanced. For everyday meals, it’s best to use it as a small “finishing” or cooking fat rather than a main ingredient every day.
Healthier tips
- Use a smaller amount: try 1–2 teaspoons per serving, especially if you also eat fatty foods in the same day.
- Balance your plate: pair with rice or bread in proper portions, plus vegetables and a protein (fish, chicken, tofu, eggs).
- Choose healthier fats when you can: consider olive oil, canola oil, or avocado for cooking; use butter only occasionally.
- Watch “hidden butter” in pastries, creamy sauces, and spreads—these can add up across your 3 meals and 1–2 snacks.
Common Filipino dishes
Garlic butter shrimp, Garlic butter chicken, Buttered toast with peanut butter, Creamy pasta with butter sauce, Ensaymada, Mashed potatoes with butter
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