Why on earth would you ever eat fucking popcorn?!?!, you ask incredulously.
Good question!
Popcorn = 🤮
But here’s the thing…
Polyphenols are plant compounds that are linked to several health benefits, such as lowering blood pressure and reducing the risk of heart disease, diabetes, and certain forms of cancer. It turns out that popcorn contains more of these beneficial polyphenols than fruits and vegetables.1Fruits and vegetables still have the advantage over popcorn because they generally contain more vitamins, minerals, and other phytonutrients apart from polyphenols, like carotenoids and flavonoids, for example. Further contributing to the health benefits of popcorn are its high fiber content, which also decreases the risk of many diseases. What else that nutrient does is regulate blood sugar levels by preventing huge spikes and dips in blood sugar that result in hunger and cravings soon after eating. Additionally, fiber slows digestion and promotes the feeling of fullness by absorbing water and expanding in your stomach. So being the case that popcorn is relatively low in calories and has a hunger-controlling effect, popcorn can help with weight management when consumed in moderation.
Yeah, I know, popcorn sounds mighty, mighty tasty right about now!
NOTE: Lightly seasoned popcorn made over the stove or in an air-popper is better than movie theater and microwave popcorn, as both are usually high in calories and laden with fat, sugar, and sodium, all of which are nutrients that can have adverse effects on your health and weight.
Popcorn Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1 oz (28g)
• Calories: 106
• Total Fat: 1.2g
• Cholesterol: 0mg
• Sodium: 2mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 21g
• Dietary Fiber: 3.6g
• Sugar: 0.3g
• Protein: 3.1g
Glossary: calories, dietary fat, moderation, vitamin
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