Margarine-like spread, BENECOL Light Spread vs Margarine, 80% fat, tub, CANOLA HARVEST Soft Spread (canola, palm and palm kernel oils)
Nutrition comparison per 100 g.
Margarine-like spread, BENECOL Light Spread
357 kcal
Margarine, 80% fat, tub, CANOLA HARVEST Soft Spread (canola, palm and palm kernel oils)
730 kcal
Key takeaways
- Margarine-like spread, BENECOL Light Spread has 51% fewer calories (357 kcal vs 730 kcal).
- Margarine, 80% fat, tub, CANOLA HARVEST Soft Spread (canola, palm and palm kernel oils) has more protein (0.4 g vs 0.0 g).
- Margarine, 80% fat, tub, CANOLA HARVEST Soft Spread (canola, palm and palm kernel oils) has more carbs (1.4 g vs 5.7 g).
- Margarine-like spread, BENECOL Light Spread has more fat (38.7 g vs 80.3 g).
- Margarine-like spread, BENECOL Light Spread has more sodium (670 mg vs 714 mg).
| Macronutrients | Margarine-like spread, BENECOL Light Spread | Margarine, 80% fat, tub, CANOLA HARVEST Soft Spread (canola, palm and palm kernel oils) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 357 kcal | 730 kcal |
| Protein | 0.0 g | 0.4 g |
| Total Fat | 38.7 g | 80.3 g |
| Total Carbohydrate | 5.7 g | 1.4 g |
| Water | 53.7 g | 16.1 g |
| Carbohydrates | Margarine-like spread, BENECOL Light Spread | Margarine, 80% fat, tub, CANOLA HARVEST Soft Spread (canola, palm and palm kernel oils) |
|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 5.7 g | 1.4 g |
| Fats & Fatty Acids | Margarine-like spread, BENECOL Light Spread | Margarine, 80% fat, tub, CANOLA HARVEST Soft Spread (canola, palm and palm kernel oils) |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 38.7 g | 80.3 g |
| Saturated Fat | 4.8 g | 11.6 g |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 18.9 g | 45.3 g |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 11.9 g | 21.3 g |
| Trans Fat | 2.2 g | 0.3 g |
| Omega-3 Fatty Acids | 2,187.0 mg | 6,766.0 mg |
| Omega-6 Fatty Acids | 9,724.0 mg | 14,489.0 mg |
| Protein & Amino Acids | Margarine-like spread, BENECOL Light Spread | Margarine, 80% fat, tub, CANOLA HARVEST Soft Spread (canola, palm and palm kernel oils) |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 0.0 g | 0.4 g |
| Vitamins | Margarine-like spread, BENECOL Light Spread | Margarine, 80% fat, tub, CANOLA HARVEST Soft Spread (canola, palm and palm kernel oils) |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 1,370.0 mcg | ~ |
| Vitamin E | 37.2 mg | 26.6 mg |
| Vitamin K | 56.5 mcg | ~ |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.0 mg | ~ |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.0 mg | ~ |
| Niacin (B3) | 0.0 mg | ~ |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.0 mg | ~ |
| Minerals | Margarine-like spread, BENECOL Light Spread | Margarine, 80% fat, tub, CANOLA HARVEST Soft Spread (canola, palm and palm kernel oils) |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 4.0 mg | ~ |
| Iron | 0.0 mg | ~ |
| Magnesium | 1.0 mg | ~ |
| Phosphorus | 4.0 mg | ~ |
| Potassium | 4.0 mg | ~ |
| Sodium | 670.0 mg | 714.0 mg |
| Zinc | 0.0 mg | ~ |
| Copper | 0.0 mg | ~ |
| Manganese | 0.0 mg | ~ |
| Other | Margarine-like spread, BENECOL Light Spread | Margarine, 80% fat, tub, CANOLA HARVEST Soft Spread (canola, palm and palm kernel oils) |
|---|---|---|
| Ash | 1.9 g | 1.8 g |
Frequently asked questions
Which has fewer calories, Margarine-like spread, BENECOL Light Spread or Margarine, 80% fat, tub, CANOLA HARVEST Soft Spread (canola, palm and palm kernel oils)?
Margarine-like spread, BENECOL Light Spread has fewer calories: 357 kcal for Margarine-like spread, BENECOL Light Spread vs 730 kcal for Margarine, 80% fat, tub, CANOLA HARVEST Soft Spread (canola, palm and palm kernel oils) per 100 g.
Which has more protein, Margarine-like spread, BENECOL Light Spread or Margarine, 80% fat, tub, CANOLA HARVEST Soft Spread (canola, palm and palm kernel oils)?
Margarine, 80% fat, tub, CANOLA HARVEST Soft Spread (canola, palm and palm kernel oils) has more protein: 0.0 g for Margarine-like spread, BENECOL Light Spread vs 0.4 g for Margarine, 80% fat, tub, CANOLA HARVEST Soft Spread (canola, palm and palm kernel oils) per 100 g.
Is Margarine-like spread, BENECOL Light Spread or Margarine, 80% fat, tub, CANOLA HARVEST Soft Spread (canola, palm and palm kernel oils) healthier?
Margarine-like spread, BENECOL Light Spread is lower in calories, and Margarine, 80% fat, tub, CANOLA HARVEST Soft Spread (canola, palm and palm kernel oils) is higher in protein. The healthier choice depends on your goals — compare the full breakdown above to decide.