A Short History Of Becel
Becel was first on the scene to develop a healthier alternative to existing spreads. We’ve continued to find ways to keep making margarine even better, expanding our line-up with innovative new products based on the science of heart health. Today, Becel is the leading margarine brand in Canada, with a strong commitment to heart health innovation and education.
Researchers observe an association between increased incidence of heart disease and high levels of blood cholesterol.
Becel is launched in the Netherlands after the medical community asks Unilever to develop a heart healthy spread.
Becel was launched in Canada and was the first and only non-hydrogenated margarine.
New varieties of Becel are introduced.
Becel Heart Health Information Bureau was formally established.
Becel continues to expand its healthy product line up with innovations like Becel Buttery Taste.
Canada’s Food Guide is updated and recommends choosing soft margarines that are low in saturated and trans fats and limiting butter, hard margarine, lard and shortening.
Becel is the #1 margarine brand in Canada and continues in its efforts to help improve the heart health of Canadians, through heart health innovation and education.
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For more than two decades, Becel has been committed to providing a range of products that can be part of a heart healthier lifestyle.
A healthy diet low in saturated and trans fats may reduce the risk of heart disease. Becel margarine is low in saturated fats and has no trans fat.