MARGARINES
Margarine is a food product that is made from vegetable oils, water, salt and other ingredients. It can be used as a substitute for butter as it has a similar flavor and texture.
It is made from vegetable oils, which can be obtained from a variety of sources, such as sunflower seeds, soybeans, corn or canola. Vegetable oils are pressed to extract the crude oil, which is then refined to remove impurities.
Margarine may have some health benefits, such as:
- Contains less saturated fat than butter: Margarine made with vegetable oils has a saturated fat content of less than 10%, while butter contains 63% saturated fat.
- It is a good source of vitamin A: Margarine is enriched with vitamin A, which is an essential nutrient for vision, skin health and the immune system.
- It is a good source of vitamin D: Margarine is enriched with vitamin D, which is an essential nutrient for bone health.
- Reduce LDL ("bad") cholesterol: The polyunsaturated fatty acids in margarine help reduce LDL ("bad") cholesterol, which is a risk factor for heart disease.
- Protect against heart disease: The polyunsaturated fatty acids in margarine help protect against heart disease by reducing the risk of heart attacks and strokes.
- Reduce the risk of certain types of cancer: The polyunsaturated fatty acids in margarine may help reduce the risk of certain types of cancer, such as breast cancer and prostate cancer.
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