Is Popcorn (air-popped) good for you?
Popcorn (air-popped) is a packaged food. It has about 63 g net carbs and 12 g protein per 100 g. Here's how Susta judges it — and why the answer changes with your goal.
Popcorn (air-popped): verdict by goal
The details
Blood sugar: A whole grain with fibre — air-popped and lightly buttered, a small bowl is the least-bad packaged snack here (moderate GI, filling). The traps are movie-butter/caramel/kettle versions.
How to choose: Plain kernels to air-pop; skip microwave/caramel/kettle.
How to use it: Air-pop, then real butter and salt.
How to store: Airtight pantry.
Sensible portion: 1–2 cups popped, occasional
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