In recent years, it has been increasingly argued that various spreads and margarines are much healthier than butter. Defenders of artificial products appeal to the fact that butter contains huge amounts of cholesterol and harmful substances. Meanwhile, oil is very good for health, nutritionists recommend to eat about 20 grams of this product daily. But it is important that the butter is natural, made from cow's milk. So how can you tell where is the real butter, familiar from childhood, and where is the spread?
Instructions
Step 1
First, look at the composition of the product. Since real butter does not contain vegetable fats, it should only contain whole milk and cream. If the names of different oils appear in it, be it peanut or palm, then this is definitely margarine.
Step 2
Take a close look at the label: on a pack of real creamy product, it should be written exactly "butter".
Step 3
Pay attention to the price of the product when buying. Real oil must be expensive, no less than 200 rubles per kilogram.
Step 4
The color of the product will also help us distinguish the authenticity of the oil. You should be alerted by the intense yellow color of the oil, as well as completely white. Another sign of real butter is the absence of any odor whatsoever. If you can smell the smell through the package, it is most likely that the package does not contain oil.
Step 5
You can identify real oil by touch. The lower the fat percentage in the product, the softer it will be. This product must be solid. Also, the butter will not stain the package when you unfold it, and will not stick to the knife.
Step 6
When buying, be sure to look at the expiration date. Bulk oil can be stored for only ten days, in metal cans - up to 3 months. If the packaging has more impressive terms, then the product contains preservatives.
Step 7
There are many ways to check the "authenticity" of oil and at home. See how the butter melts. If droplets appear on its surface, then it is margarine. Plus, real butter should melt evenly.
Step 8
Try dissolving a lump of oil in warm water. If it is stirred evenly, everything is in order. If it breaks down into "components" - you bought a spread.
