Unless labeled as zero trans fatty acids, most margarines will have more trans fatty acids than butter.

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Most margarines are made with partially hydrogenated oils, which are high in trans fats. Butter, on the other hand, contains naturally occurring saturated and unsaturated fats, but very little trans fats. Therefore, unless specifically labeled as having zero trans fats, margarine will typically have more trans fats than butter.

Unless Labeled as Zero Trans Fatty Acids, Most Margarines Will