Now, I don’t think I’ll be able to finish that “tub” in my fridge and I’ll try some oil substitute mentioned in the comments instead. I think my body will thank me for it!

http://www.westonaprice.org/foodfeatures/butter.html

Let’s get technical for a moment. Plastic is a polymer, whose ingredients may include polyvinyl chloride, polyethylene, acrylic, silicone, and urethane. Margarine is an emulsion of naturally processed vegetable oil, water, salt, vitamins, and other functional ingredients that ensure the safety and quality of the finished product. Emulsions consist of two or more ingredients that naturally do not remain blended or “in suspension”; and need added ingredients to keep them together; think of it like oil and water. Other types of emulsified foods that you may eat include deli meats and salad dressings.

Living a healthy lifestyle includes eating moderate amounts of the right foods. For example, substituting soft margarine for butter. Margarine has 3 times less saturated fat than butter, not to mention beneficial polyunsaturated fats and Vitamin E. Yes, trans fat in margarine was once an issue but margarine producers have reduced trans fat levels to a miniscule amount comparable to that found in butter. I’ve been working with the National Association of Margarine Manufacturers so I’ve learned a lot about this particular topic. In addition, heart disease runs in my family so I have a personal interest in the subject as well.

I RARELY use any form of butter, but I do very rarely use a smidgen of Earth Balance (I’m vegan). But regardless of the amount I use, what are your thoughts on Earth Balance and Smart Balance or any similar product. I would assume that the soy free variety is best, but I’d love to hear what you have to say!