Popcorn Is the Best Snack
Air popped popcorn is a healthy snack food. Compared to other snack choices it is a nutritional winner. People like it because they can eat a lot of it for a lot less calories than other snack choices. (It has about 80 calories per 3 cups) In addition it has fiber and no fat or trans fat.
What about the movie popcorn or microwave popcorns? Movie popcorn is usually popped in palm or coconut oil, both of which are transfats, yum… The average small bag (a kiddy bag has about half) has been found to have between 400 and 600 calories with an average of 27gms to 36 gms of fat.
Microwave popcorn does not fare much better. Ever take the time to read the ingredients? Generally you’ll find them to be heavy in fat, calories and sodium, even the light versions.
What’s the take home about popcorn?
Pop your own using a hot air popper. For a little taste throw a little “I Can’t Believe it’s Not Butter Spray” and enjoy.