Popcorn results when the tiny amount of water inside corn kernels swells as it is heated. When the kernels reach a certain temperature they burst open, producing a low-calorie snack that is naturally high in fiber.
Calories in Popcorn
One ounce of unpopped, 94 percent fat-free, microwavable popcorn contains 116 calories. Movie theatre butter flavored microwavable popcorn contains 35 calories in every cup of popped corn and a cup of flavored kettle corn popcorn contains 45 calories.
Nutritional Information
An ounce of uppopped, 94 percent fat-free, microwave popcorn will provide 2.1 g of fat which equals 3 percent of your daily recommended intake. The portion also provides 21.4 g of carbohydrate, 4 g of fiber and 2.9 g of protein.
Nutrient Content
Popcorn is a source of manganese and magnesium. The portion will provide 18 percent of the recommended daily manganese requirement and 10 percent of the recommended daily magnesium value. There is no calcium or vitamins D, C or B12 in a serving of popcorn.
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