Spreadable Butter

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Common questions

Is Spreadable Butter healthy?

Spreadable Butter scores 68/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This spreadable butter contains organic butter and sea salt, which are beneficial ingredients providing healthy fats and essential minerals.

How processed is Spreadable Butter?

Spreadable Butter is NOVA Group 2: Processed Culinary Ingredients.

Which ingredients drive Spreadable Butter's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Organic Butter, Sea Salt count in its favor; Organic Sunflower Oil is flagged as an ingredient of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Spreadable Butter

Simple Truth Organic
68 Fair

Analysis updated September 2026 · How Scout scores

$14.99 · 16 oz · $0.94 / ounce
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Beneficial ingredients 2
Harmful ingredients 1
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Category Butter
Summary

This spreadable butter contains organic butter and sea salt, which are beneficial ingredients providing healthy fats and essential minerals. However, the inclusion of organic sunflower oil, a seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids, detracts from its overall healthiness due to potential inflammatory effects. The product is moderately processed, which impacts its score compared to less processed alternatives.

Key ingredients 3

Organic Butter
Good

Organic butter is a high-quality source of saturated fats and fat-soluble vitamins. Being organic, it is free from synthetic pesticides and fertilizers, which enhances its nutritional profile. It is also a good source of butyrate, which supports gut health.

Risks

Excessive consumption of saturated fats may contribute to cardiovascular issues.

Benefits

Rich in fat-soluble vitamins like A, D, E, and K, and provides beneficial fatty acids that support metabolic health.

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Sea Salt
Good

Sea salt is a natural source of sodium and trace minerals, providing essential electrolytes. It is minimally processed, retaining more minerals compared to refined table salt. Its use in moderation can support hydration and nerve function.

Risks

Excessive sodium intake can lead to hypertension and cardiovascular issues.

Benefits

Provides essential minerals and supports electrolyte balance in the body.

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Organic Sunflower Oil
Very Bad

Sunflower oil is a seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids, which can promote inflammation if consumed in excess. The oil is often extracted using high heat and chemicals, which can degrade its nutritional quality. Organic certification does not mitigate the high omega-6 content.

Risks

High omega-6 content may promote inflammation when consumed in excess.

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Processing

Group 2 · Culinary ingredients

Processed Culinary Ingredients

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