Butter

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Common questions

Is Butter healthy?

Butter scores 70/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This butter is made from pasteurized milk and includes natural flavorings, which are often used to enhance taste but can lack transparency regarding specific ingredients.

How processed is Butter?

Butter is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Butter's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Natural flavorings 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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Butter

Dutch Farms
70 Good

Analysis updated July 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 1
Harmful ingredients 0
Category Butter
Summary

This butter is made from pasteurized milk and includes natural flavorings, which are often used to enhance taste but can lack transparency regarding specific ingredients. While the product is processed, it avoids harmful seed oils and artificial additives, maintaining a relatively clean label. The presence of natural flavorings slightly detracts from its overall purity, but it remains a healthier option compared to more heavily processed alternatives.

Key ingredients 2

Pasteurized milk
Neutral

Pasteurized milk is a common dairy ingredient that provides essential nutrients like calcium and protein. The pasteurization process involves heating the milk to kill harmful bacteria, which can slightly reduce some beneficial enzymes. It is a standard ingredient in dairy products, offering basic nutritional benefits.

Benefits

Provides essential nutrients such as calcium and protein, which are important for bone health and muscle function.

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Natural flavorings
Bad

Natural flavorings are often used to enhance taste but can be vague in terms of specific ingredients used. They may include a variety of compounds derived from natural sources, but the lack of transparency can be concerning for those with allergies or sensitivities. While not inherently harmful, the ambiguity and potential for hidden allergens make them less desirable.

Risks

Potential risks include allergic reactions or sensitivities due to undisclosed components.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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