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Is popcorn healthy?

Freshly popped popcorn is one of the most satisfying snacks around, and instantly evokes movie night vibes. In recent years our appetite for popcorn has sky-rocketed, with manufacturers advertising it as a better-for-you alternative to snacks, like crisps or chocolate. But does it deserve this health halo?

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Though it's usually considered a movie theater snack staple, popcorn is also seen as a good-for-you snack choice. But is popcorn actually healthy? The short answer is that it can be.

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Popcorn as a snack: Healthy hit or dietary horror show?

When it's air-popped and lightly seasoned, popcorn is an efficiently healthy snack. That's because it is a whole grain, and high-fiber whole grains have been linked to a lower risk of heart disease, diabetes, some cancers and other health problems. Federal dietary guidelines say half of all grains consumed should be whole grains, and popcorn packs more fiber per serving than whole-wheat bread.

Popcorn Is Healthiest When You Eat It This Way

Air-popped popcorn made at home with no oil is much healthier than the big tubs of popcorn that you get at the movies. Popcorn made at movie theaters may be popped with saturated fat, and you may be tempted to add butter and seasoned salts, which increases the fat and sodium content. And, microwave popcorn might contain added, salt, and other ingredients that add calories and affect its overall health.

Popcorn: Is It Healthy?

The answer to this question: it depends. There are so many types to choose from-- kettle corn, movie popcorn, microwave, air-popped and pre-popped, flavored varieties. Some choices are definitely much healthier than others.