Need some butter for a piece of toast or your favorite recipe and want to know if butter is Paleo safe?
No! Butter is not part of the Paleo diet 👎!
Why is Butter not Paleo friendly?
Butter does not meet Paleo standards because:
- Dairy is not allowed in strict Paleo diets
- It was not part of the human diet in Paleo times
- Some Paleo variations allow dairy from grass feed sources
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Paleo substitute for butter?
Popular butter substitutes for people on the Paleo diet are coconut and ghee oils.

Estelle Russo
Paleo Lover
Hi there! My name is Estelle and I am a Paleo Lover! I like helping other people learn about the health benefits of the paleo diet.