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Sweet caramel-coated ready-to-eat snack
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 serving (medium) of Werther’s Original Caramel Popcorn (28 g) has 140 calories. That works out to 500 calories per 100 g. It contains 22 g of carbs, 1 g of protein, 6 g of fat and 1 g of fiber. Its 150.1 mg of Sodium covers 7% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 70 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 100 g
500
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
78.6g
· 29% DV
Protein
3.6g
· 7% DV
Fat
21.4g
· 27% DV
Fiber
3.6g
· 13% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 60% · Protein 3% · Fat 37%
Vitamins
Vitamin E
1.8mg · 12% DV
B3
1.2mg · 8% DV
B1
0.08mg · 7% DV
B2
0.09mg · 7% DV
Minerals
Sodium
536mg · 23% DV
Phosphorus
105mg · 15% DV
Magnesium
46mg · 11% DV
Selenium
5.8µg · 11% DV
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 500 calories in 100 g:
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
NOVA 4
Ultra-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.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
10.7g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.4g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.9g
Omega 6:3 ratio 76:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (76:1).
The caramel coating makes it sweeter and easier to overeat quickly, even though it still contains some fibre from the popcorn. As an ultra-processed snack, it is often eaten for taste rather than fullness.
Keep it in an airtight container in a cool, dry place after opening. Moisture can make the caramel sticky and the popcorn lose its crunch.
It can be frozen, but the texture may suffer once thawed. For best quality, store it sealed and dry and eat it within a reasonable time after opening.
Yes, many people enjoy it with coffee or tea because bitter or plain hot drinks can balance the sweet caramel flavour. It is better paired with unsweetened drinks to avoid turning the snack into an even sweeter eating occasion.
It may provide quick energy from carbohydrates, but the combination of sugar and fat may feel heavy for some people right before exercise. If you want to try it, a small portion well before training is usually more comfortable.
On its own, it is not the most balanced recovery option because post-workout eating usually benefits from a stronger protein source. If you want something sweet after training, pairing it with yogurt or milk can make it more balanced.
It can feel more substantial because popcorn adds volume and some fibre, but it is still a sweet snack rather than a staple food. It is better viewed as an occasional treat, not a health food.
Ultra-processed foods are industrial formulations designed for convenience, flavour, and texture, often with added flavourings, coatings, or multiple refined ingredients. That does not make them automatically harmful, but they are best kept as occasional foods rather than everyday basics.
Anyone with dairy or soy allergy should avoid it unless the label clearly confirms safety for them. People who are sensitive to rapid blood sugar swings may also do better with smaller portions and a more balanced meal pattern overall.
It can be tougher on teeth because sticky caramel may cling to the tooth surface longer than plain popcorn. Rinsing with water after eating and avoiding frequent grazing can help reduce that effect.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.