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Lurpak Light

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Common questions

Is Lurpak Light healthy?

Lurpak Light scores 63/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. Lurpak Light contains butter, which is a minimally processed source of saturated fats and vitamins, contributing positively to its score.

How processed is Lurpak Light?

Lurpak Light is NOVA Group 2: Processed Culinary Ingredients.

Which ingredients drive Lurpak Light's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Butter counts in its favor; Rapeseed 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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Lurpak Light

Lurpak
63 Fair

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 1
Harmful ingredients 1
Owned by Arla Foods
Category Butter
Summary

Lurpak Light contains butter, which is a minimally processed source of saturated fats and vitamins, contributing positively to its score. However, the inclusion of rapeseed oil, a heavily processed seed oil, detracts from its overall healthiness due to potential inflammatory effects. The product's processing level is moderate, balancing between beneficial and less desirable ingredients.

Key ingredients 4

Butter
Good

Butter is a natural source of saturated fats and fat-soluble vitamins. It is minimally processed and can be part of a balanced diet. Grass-fed butter is particularly rich in beneficial fatty acids and vitamins.

Risks

Excessive consumption of saturated fats may contribute to heart disease risk in some individuals.

Benefits

Provides fat-soluble vitamins such as A, D, E, and K, and contains butyrate, which may support gut health.

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Water
Neutral

Water is used as a filler and does not contribute significant nutritional value. It is a common ingredient in light butter products to reduce fat content. It does not have any direct health impacts.

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Lactic culture
Neutral

Lactic culture is used to ferment dairy, adding flavor and potentially beneficial bacteria. It is a natural ingredient that can enhance the taste and texture of butter. The fermentation process may introduce probiotics, although the levels in butter are typically low.

Benefits

May contribute to improved flavor and texture, and potentially introduce beneficial bacteria.

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Rapeseed oil
Very Bad

Rapeseed oil, also known as canola oil, is a seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids. It is heavily processed and may contribute to inflammation when consumed in excess. The extraction process often involves high heat and chemicals, which can degrade oil quality.

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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