The majority of popcorn sold around the world is produced in the United States, with nearly a quarter of the production taking place in Nebraska. A variety of ways to make popcorn exist, including popping it in the microwave and cooking it in hot oil, but the healthiest option is air-popping it.
Calories
There are only 31 calories in 1 cup of air-popped popcorn. Air-popped popcorn contains 387 calories per 100 g, while regular butter-flavored microwaveable popcorn made with partially hydrogenated oil contains 527 calories per 100 g.
Fat
One cup of air-popped popcorn contains 0.36 g of fat. The fat in air-popped popcorn is primarily polyunsaturated and monounsaturated, but a small amount of saturated fat exists as well.
Healthy Snack
Air-popped popcorn is a healthy snack because it is low in calories, fat and sugar and high in dietary fiber, with over 1 g per 1-cup serving. In addition, it contains a variety of minerals, including magnesium, phosphorous and potassium.
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