I actually think "better butter" sounds like a good idea. I'll try it. It couldn't hurt to replace some of the butter in my diet with olive oil. They're both pure, natural fats, and olive oil has many health benefits. I wonder how that would work for frying my eggs in the morning? Probably pretty well.

I know you posted this because she knocks Atkins and animal fats, but she's entitled to her opinion. Clearly she's not claiming to be a medical expert, just a rambling columnist.

ETA: Hey, gotbeer, we posted at the same time. I like your response. Well said. (And it answers my question about cooking with it.)