Isn margarine healthier than butter?
Not necessarily. Margarine has the same amount of calories and fat as butter. While margarine does not contain cholesterol, it does contain trans fats, which can increase blood cholesterol levels. Butter on the other hand, is comparably low in trans fats. While butter contains a small amount of cholesterol (about 33mg per tablespoon), it is well under the recommended limit of 300mg per day. Small amounts of butter can be included, and enjoyed, in a low-fat diet if fat intake of the total diet is kept within recommended limits.
