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Popcorn Calories

High fiber, low fat, whole grain

CALORIES

387kcal

GI

72high

POTASSIUM

274mg

FIBER

14.5g

Popcorn Nutrition Facts

Selected: 100 g

387

KCAL / 100G

Carbs

77.8g

· 77%

Protein

12.9g

· 13%

Fat

4.5g

· 10%

Fiber

14.5g

Popcorn Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B3

2.3mg · 14% DV

B1

0.12mg · 10% DV

B6

0.15mg · 9% DV

B5

0.42mg · 8% DV

Minerals

Phosphorus

358mg · 51% DV

Manganese

1mg · 43% DV

Magnesium

144mg · 34% DV

Zinc

3mg · 27% DV

Popcorn Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

72
High
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

22
High

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

Is Popcorn Processed?

NOVA 2

Minimally Processed

1. Unprocessed

2. Minimally Processed

3. Processed

4. Ultra-Processed

NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.

Does Popcorn Contain Allergens?

No known major allergens

Gluten free
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Popcorn Good For?

Vegan

✓ Suitable

Vegetarian

✓ Suitable

Gluten-Free

✓ Suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

✓ Suitable

Paleo

— Not suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

— Not suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Popcorn Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.6g

MONOUNSATURATED

1.3g

POLYUNSATURATED

2.2g

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Omega 6:3 ratio 210:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (210:1).

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Popcorn — Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories are in popcorn, and is it diet-friendly?

Popcorn provides 387 calories per 100 g. It also contains 14.5 g fiber, which may help with fullness, and it fits vegan, vegetarian, Mediterranean, flexitarian, and gluten-free diets.

Does popcorn have a high glycemic index?

Yes, popcorn has a glycemic index of 72, which is considered high. Per 100 g, it contains 77.8 g carbohydrates.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.