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Nutrition Facts
Amino Acids
Protein, Fat and Carbohydrate %
Key Nutrients (% Daily Value)
Micronutrients and Vitamins in "Unsalted Butter"
| Food Name: Unsalted Butter | |
| Food Group: Dairy and Egg Products | |
| Macronutrients | |
| Calories (kcal): 717 | Total Fat (g): 81 |
| Protein (g): 1 | Water (g): 16 |
| Fats | |
| Saturated Fat (g): 50 | Cholesterol (mg): 215 |
| Monounsaturated Fat (mg): 23430 | Polyunsaturated Fat (mg): 3010 |
| Omega-3 (mg): 315 | Omega-6 (mg): 2097 |
| ALA (18:3 n-3) (mg): 315 | |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A (IU): 2499 | Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 684 |
| Vitamin E (mg): 2 | Vitamin K (mcg): 7 |
| Folate/B9 (mcg): 3 | Food Folate (mcg): 3 |
| Folate DFE (mcg): 3 | |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium (mg): 24 | Magnesium (mg): 2 |
| Phosphorus (mg): 24 | Potassium (mg): 24 |
| Sodium (mg): 11 | Selenium (mcg): 1 |
| Fluoride (mcg): 3 | |
| Amino Acids | |
| Tryptophan (mg): 12 | Threonine (mg): 38 |
| Isoleucine (mg): 51 | Leucine (mg): 83 |
| Lysine (mg): 67 | Methionine (mg): 21 |
| Cystine (mg): 8 | Phenylalanine (mg): 41 |
| Tyrosine (mg): 41 | Valine (mg): 57 |
| Arginine (mg): 31 | Histidine (mg): 23 |
| Alanine (mg): 29 | Aspartic Acid (mg): 64 |
| Glutamic Acid (mg): 178 | Glycine (mg): 18 |
| Proline (mg): 82 | Serine (mg): 46 |
| Other Compounds | |
| Choline (mg): 19 | Retinol (mcg): 671 |
| Beta-Carotene (mcg): 158 | |
Key Nutrition Facts about Unsalted Butter
FAQ's
What are the protein, carbohydrate, and fat contents in 100 grams of 'Unsalted Butter'?
100 grams of 'Unsalted Butter' contains approximately following amounts of protein, carbohydrates, and fat:
Protein – 1g (around 2% of daily requirement),
Carbohydrates – 0g (around 0% of daily requirement),
Fat – 81g (around 104% of daily requirement).
It is typically higher in Fat while lower in Carbohydrates, making it more suitable for diets that are high-fat and also suitable for those requiring low Carbohydrates intake.
How many calories are in 100 grams of 'Unsalted Butter'?
A 100-gram serving of 'Unsalted Butter' provides around 717 kcal of energy. The majority of the calories come from fat, based on its macronutrient composition. This contributes approximately 36% of an average 2000 kcal daily diet, making it a calorie-dense food choice.
Is 'Unsalted Butter' mainly a source of protein, carbohydrates, or fat?
In 100g, 'Unsalted Butter' is mainly a source of fat. It contains 1g protein, 0g carbs, and 81g fat, making it suitable for diets focused on fat.
Does 'Unsalted Butter' contain calcium, potassium, iron, and other essential minerals?
'Unsalted Butter' contains low amounts of the following minerals per 100g:
Calcium (mg): 24 mg (2% DV),
Potassium (mg): 24 mg (1% DV),
Magnesium (mg): 2 mg (0% DV),
Phosphorus (mg): 24 mg (2% DV),
Selenium (mcg): 1 mcg (2% DV),
Sodium (mg): 11 mg (0% DV),
Fluoride (mcg): 3 mcg (0% DV).
Which vitamins are present in Unsalted Butter in significant amounts?
'Unsalted Butter' is a good source of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 684 mcg (76% DV),
Vitamin A (IU): 2499 IU (83% DV).
'Unsalted Butter' contains small to moderate amounts of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin E (mg): 2 mg (13% DV),
Vitamin K (mcg): 7 mcg (6% DV),
Folate/B9 (mcg): 3 mcg (1% DV),
Food Folate (mcg): 3 mcg (1% DV),
Folate DFE (mcg): 3 mcg (1% DV).
Which nutrients in 'Unsalted Butter' may be harmful if consumed in excess?
'Unsalted Butter' contains potentially high-risk amounts of the following nutrients per 100g:
Saturated Fat (g): 50 g (250% of max recommended),
Cholesterol (mg): 215 mg (72% of max recommended).
It also contains moderate levels of:
Vitamin A (mcg RAE): 684 mcg (23% of max recommended).