Good question, Viv. We learned that while margarine is not a dairy-based product (it's usually made from soybean oil or a blend of oils), it sometimes includes trace amounts of different animal products like whey or lactose. People with severe dairy allergies may not be able to have some brands of margarine, so therefore we turned to vegan butter as a dairy-free substitute. We especially like using Earth Balance because unlike most kinds of margarine, it has no hydrogenated oils. As always, we recommend checking with a doctor or nutritionist before using a product to find out if its right for your specific dietary needs, if necessary. We hope that helps! Kye@KAF

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