Which is better for my heart?

Many will disagree, but I believe that in moderation butter is better. Of course, it depends on what kind of margarine one eats. Here is an interesting article on the controversy: http://www.nutrition4health.org/NOHAnews/NNF88MargarineOrButter.htm

I really don't use either. I try to only use oil. I don't use any butter but on rare occasions I use a vegan margarine with no trans fats like Earth Balance.

We use a product called "heartsmart" - no that's not right! I had to run out to the kitchen to see what it's called.. it's called "smart balance" It supposedly is made up of the fats that are good for us and helps our good cholesterol level.. I hope it's true!

i don't know, now a days everything is bad for u, u take something to better one thing and it screws up something else!

If you are going to have something always choose the most natural thing in moderation. The bible says all things in moderation! Can't beat the bible for information!

Not taking any is better for your heart

Non is really good, but butter is much better for your health than margarine. Butter is natural at least. I would recommend olive oil as better for your heart. For cooking grape oil is the best....

Apparently butter is way better for the heart. This is because it is a totally natural food. Whereas margarine, even though maybe lower in cholesteral & fat, is very processed. There are LOTS of chemicals added to marg. Did you know that in the production stage, margarine is black. The add the yellow colouring to make it look attractive. I guess if you have a cholesteral or weight issue, you need to cut back on one's use of butter.

I do not know what the contemporary advice is on the matter or they why - I guess it is better for your heart to limit the intake either way... but, I would much rather go to the natural food that God has provided us. Butter not only tastes better (which may help you to use less than oleo) it is wholesome.

Pure virgin coconut oil is the best for most people, even though they say olive oil is better . . . I disagree as pure virgin coconut oil has reduced my bad level cholesterol and placed my energy at an all-time high ! I love it and makes everything tastes so darn delicious ! sharing the light and happy new year, Miss Erica Hidvegi, the Enlightenment_Advisor, B.A. Psych/M.A. Transpersonal Studies- Cnslng/Author, Artist, Photographer, Entrepreneur & Freelance extraordinaire www.enlightenment-psych.net

Hi CEN7777, I would use either but in moderation. Many things are harmful if you overindulge. Blessings.

Earth Balance natural "buttery" spread. no cholesterol is GGGRRRRREEAAAT! for your heart.

hi cen happy new year to you.. I use a pure soya spread called pure.whether it is actually better for me than an ordinary matgarine spread I don't really know, but I prefer it to both butter and margarine.

I never eat margarine.It is a molecule away from plastic.It is made with nickel.The oils to make margarine are heated so high they become rancid then it is deoderized to take away any trace of rancidity.Butter is better.Just don't go overboard on it.Butter has been around forever and did you know it has vitamins in it?

YOu are choosing between the devil and the deep sea. In my opinion one should keep both away from day to day foods. Occasionally it is alright to have some butter or more butter, but not regularly. Precution is better than cure.

If you are really serious about health then please visit my blog www.limcysworld.blogspot.com where you will find a good amount of information on this issue.

Margarine's "good fats" are often hydrogenated, they have gone through a process of making them solid. That is horrible for your heart. Some margarines are made from sources that are high in Omega 6 fatty acids, also not good for you.You can buy some very expensive heart healthy margarines, though. I use real butter, I know what is in it. I use it in limited amounts. I also use non hydrologized coconut oil. They used to say it was bad for you, but "surprise" they were wrong and now it is highly recommended. Olive oil is another staple at my house. Use fats sparingly, whereever they come from, and you will have a healthier heart.

none of the above? we use olive oil and i think its much better. i also hear from cooks on Tv that they use this EVOO its extra virgin olive oil.

Well niether one is good for you. But, I have heard that butter is actually better for you than margarine, but don't quote me on that. Those things like egg and milk tend to go back and forth all the time.

Hi cen7777, as you have said margarine is better. because it is made from vegetable oils, so it means no cholesterol. lol