Act II 94 percent fat-free popcorn is a healthier option for those watching the number of calories and fat consumed. The nutrition data listed on a large package of popcorn is misleading since it shows information for the entire package, unpopped. A mini-package of popcorn is a single serving; however, the large packages contain several servings.
Serving Information
One large microwave package of Act II 94 percent fat-free popcorn contains approximately 2.5 servings. Each serving consists of approximately 5 cups popped corn or 3 tbsp. unpopped kernels.
Calories
One 4 cup serving of popped Act II 94 percent fat-free popcorn contains approximately 75 calories. Approximately 36 of the total calories come from fat needed for popping the kernels. The fat content makes up over 50 percent of the total calories of the popcorn.
Carbohydrates
The carbohydrates in one 4 cup serving of popped corn is approximately 16 g. Each serving contains approximately 3 g fiber and no sugar. The fiber value of popped corn is lower than whole, unpopped kernels.
Fat and Protein
One serving of popped Act II 94 percent fat-free popcorn contains approximately 2 g fat. This value contains approximately 1 g saturated fat. There is no trans fat or cholesterol in a serving of popped corn. The protein content in 4 cups of Act II 94 percent fat-free popcorn is approximately 2 g.
Vitamins and Minerals
There are trace amount of vitamins and minerals in a single serving of Act II 94 percent fat-free popcorn. One serving of popped corn contains approximately 15 mg of potassium. The popcorn contains approximately 2 percent of the recommended daily amount of iron for a person following a 2,000-calorie diet. A 4 cup serving contains approximately 200 mg of sodium.
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