While many assume that butter and margarine are practically the same, there are some key differences between the two that can dramatically affect your food.

I love questions from readers— today’s article is the result of a reader who wrote in saying that they really enjoyed the article on baking soda/powder, could we please write a story on ...

Another emerging issue concerning the health of margarine is that the vegetable oils used to make it are a significant source of omega-6 fatty acids.

The main ingredients found in a typical tub of margarine are vegetable oil, water, salt, and emulsifiers. Legally, margarine must have a minimum fat content of 80 percent—the same percentage in ...

Conagra recently changed the recipe for its Smart Balance butter substitute from 64% vegetable oil to just 39% "to make [it] easier to spread," a spokesperson told Insider.

Most margarine is plant-based, making it a suitable alternative to butter for the vegan community Getty Images Per Kubala, the nutrition specs of margarine for a serving size of one tablespoon are ...

In margarine, the main source of fat will be vegetable fat which can be either high in saturated or unsaturated fatty acids,” Registered Dietitian and Nutritionist Nilushi Mudalige said speaking ...

Margarine, made from vegetable oils, is lower in saturated fat and may contain beneficial nutrients. Both have distinct flavors and textures, making them suitable for different dietary needs.