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Salted British Butter: Calories, Protein & Nutrition Guide

Salted British Butter contains 745 kcal per 100g, with 0.6g of protein, 0.6g of carbohydrates, and 82.0g of fat. Relatively high in calories, packing 745 kcal per 100g.

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Nutritional Overview

Salted British Butter is a dairy or egg-based product that forms a staple part of many diets. Per 100g serving, it provides 745 kcal of energy, 0.6g of protein, 0.6g of carbohydrates, and 82.0g of fat.

Under UK FSA traffic-light labelling, this food is classified as high in fat with 82.0g per 100g (52.0g of which is saturated). The NHS recommends that fat makes up no more than 35% of daily energy intake. Portion awareness is advisable when including it regularly.

With only 0.6g of sugar per 100g, it meets the UK/EU "low sugar" nutrition-claim threshold. This makes it a suitable choice for those reducing their sugar intake as part of a balanced diet.

This is an energy-dense food at 745 kcal per 100g, largely due to its fat content (82.0g per 100g). Fat provides 9 calories per gram, more than double that of protein or carbohydrates. While it can be part of a balanced diet, portion control is recommended to avoid exceeding daily calorie needs. Salted British Butter checks in at 745 kcal per 100g, a number worth having in your daily log rather than left out. Our nutrition content calculator adds it in seconds.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories are in Salted British Butter?

Salted British Butter contains 745 kcal per 100g, which is approximately 37% of the recommended daily intake of 2,000 kcal for an average adult. This is considered energy-dense.

Is Salted British Butter a good source of protein?

Salted British Butter contains 0.6g of protein per 100g, which is relatively low. To increase your protein intake, consider pairing it with Applied Nutrition Blackcurrant Beef-XP, Shrimp skewers, Soy Protein Isolate, or other protein-rich foods.

Is Salted British Butter high in fat?

Yes, according to FSA traffic-light guidelines, Salted British Butter is classified as high in fat with 82.0g per 100g (the threshold is 17.5g). Of this, 52.0g is saturated fat.

Is Salted British Butter low in sugar?

Yes, Salted British Butter has only 0.6g of sugar per 100g, meeting the UK/EU "low sugar" nutrition-claim threshold.

Is Salted British Butter high in salt?

Salted British Butter contains 1.50g of salt per 100g, which the FSA classifies as high (above 1.5g per 100g). The recommended daily maximum for adults is 6g. A 100g serving provides 25% of this.

Why is Salted British Butter so high in calories?

At 745 kcal per 100g, Salted British Butter is energy-dense, primarily due to its high fat content (82.0g per 100g). Fat provides 9 calories per gram, more than double that of protein or carbohydrates.

Sources & References

Data source for this food

  1. Open Food Facts — product label data (Open Food Facts)

General nutrition references

  1. British Nutrition Foundation — UK nutrition science and education
  2. USDA FoodData Central — US Department of Agriculture food composition database
  3. NHS Eat Well — UK National Health Service dietary guidance
  4. Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health — The Nutrition Source — evidence-based nutrition research and dietary guidance
  5. Scientific Advisory Committee on Nutrition (SACN) — UK government dietary recommendations and nutrient reference values
  6. World Health Organization (WHO) Nutrition — global dietary guidelines and public health nutrition

Nutritional values are per 100g unless otherwise stated and are provided for general information only. Not a substitute for professional dietary or medical advice. If you have a health condition, allergy, or are pregnant, consult a qualified healthcare professional. Values may vary depending on brand, preparation method, and serving size.

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