Popcorn can be a good snack choice, as it does provide fiber from corn, which is a whole grain. Unfortunately, this healthful snack can quickly become unhealthy by adding excess fat and salt. Check the ingredients in microwave popcorn to see if it contains partially hydrogenated oil, as this is a source of trans fat.
Popcorn
Popcorn is, of course, the main ingredient in all flavors of Act II Popcorn. A national study published in the "Journal of the American Dietetic Association" suggests popcorn eaters get 250 percent more whole grains than those who do not consume popcorn. A 3-cup serving of popped corn provides a serving of whole grain.
Oil
Depending on the flavor, Act II may contain one of two oils. The Movie Theater tub contains partially hydrogenated soybean oil, which provides 4 g of trans fat per serving. Those labeled as no trans fat contain palm oil.
Flavoring
To provide a variety of product flavors, Act II popcorn contains salt and artificial and natural flavorings. The butter-flavored varieties may contain less than 2 percent real butter. The kettle corn contains sugar to add sweetness to the product.
Coloring and Preservatives
Butter-flavored varieties may contain Annatto as a coloring. Annatto has been called the "poor man's saffron," and it gives products a yellowish-orange color. Tert-Butylhydroquinine, listed in the ingredients as TBHQ, and citric acid have been added to Act II products as preservatives.
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