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Most dairy products we see in stores today have been pasteurized, but what exactly does that mean? Pasteurization is the process in which a substance is heated to eliminate potential pathogens and increase shelf life. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The problem with applying this to dairy products is that it also eliminates beneficial bacteria and destroys enzymes and vitamins. Many of these enzymes destroyed are needed for the body to be able to absorb other key nutrients such as calcium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Raw butter, which is made using unpasteurized milk, has been used by humans for thousands of years and has numerous reported health benefits despite being illegal in many states due to ill-informed opinions. Our team decided to take a closer look to find out just what the benefits are of responsibly sourced raw butter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Benefits of Raw Butter<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

1) Raw butter provides the body with a variety of fat-soluble vitamins <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

These vitamins include E, D, K, and A, which support good vision, the endocrine system, and general neurological health. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Vitamin A is absorbed by the body easier through raw butter than most other sources. It is needed for thyroid, adrenal, and cardiovascular health. Along with Vitamin D, it is necessary for calcium absorption and the promotion of bone health. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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2) Raw Butter Contains a Unique Short-Chain Fatty Acid Known as Butyric Acid <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Butyric acid makes up 4% of overall fat. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Butyric acid plays a key role in several biological processes such as immunoregulation, bacterial microflora composition, gastrointestinal tract motility, and it also exhibits strong anti-inflammatory activity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

A study by the Department of Paediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition at the Medical Institute of Warsaw analyzed the potential benefits of butyric acid in irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), the most commonly diagnosed gastrointestinal condition. In a double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled study, butyric acid was given to 66 adult patients diagnosed with IBS. After four weeks, researchers noted a statistically significant decrease in abdominal pain during defecation with the butyric acid group. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

At twelve weeks, there was also a significant decrease in the frequency of spontaneous abdominal pain in the patients. During the testing period, it was noted that there were no noticeable side effects in the butyric acid group and that they reported a higher quality of life. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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3) Raw Butter Can Protect Against Gastrointestinal Infections<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Glycosphingolipids, another type of fatty acid found in raw butter, are known to protect against gastrointestinal infections. The various fatty acids butter contains do not need to be emulsified by bile salts because they are easily absorbed from the small intestine and travel directly to the liver. Once there, they are converted into quick energy rather than stored in the fat tissue. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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4) Raw Butter Contains Healthy Cholesterol<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Despite the negative associations, we actually cannot survive without a certain amount of cholesterol. <\/p>\n\n\n\n