Almonds vs Butter

Side-by-side macro comparison. Almonds vs Butter per their standard serving sizes.

Almonds

per 28g (1 oz)

164 cal
6g Protein
6g Carbs
14g Fat
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vs

Butter

per 1 tbsp (14g)

102 cal
0.1g Protein
0.01g Carbs
12g Fat
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Macro Comparison Table

Macro Almonds Butter Difference
Calories 164 cal 102 cal +61% Almonds
Protein 6g 0.1g +5900% Almonds
Carbs 6g 0.01g +59900% Almonds
Fat 14g 12g +17% Almonds

Differences shown relative to Almonds. Positive = Almonds has more.

Which Is Better for Your Goal?

🔥 Weight Loss

Butter

Higher protein-to-calorie density + lower absolute fat = more satiety per calorie.

💪 Muscle Gain

Almonds

Higher absolute protein per serving better supports muscle protein synthesis.

🥑 Low-Carb / Keto

Butter

Lower carbohydrate content fits keto and low-carb macros without burning your carb budget.

Both fit most balanced diets. These verdicts reflect macro-only comparisons — taste, satiety, cost, and personal preference also matter.

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