Because movie theaters pop their corn in either coconut oil or partially-hydrogenated canola shortening, the popcorn carries substantial calories, fats and saturated fats. Passing on the "butter" can shave a few calories, but won't transform this...
A big bucket of popcorn drenched in butter and liberally sprinkled with salt can be one of the most enjoyable parts of going to a movie. Eating while you watch a movie can result in the mindless consumption of thousands of calories and a huge...
On first glance, movie theater popcorn seems like a wholesome, whole-grain snack that beats the sugary candy or processed hot dogs and nachos that are often also present on the menu. However, a study by the Center for Science in the Public...
If you're like many people, you can't go to the movies without getting a bag of popcorn to eat during the show. And while plain air-popped popcorn is a healthy food choice, a small movie theater popcorn can have more calories than a fast food...
Purchasing popcorn at the movie theater is not a healthy option if you are concerned about the amount of calories, fat or sodium you consume. Many big movie theater chains use coconut oil to pop their corn, according to the 2009 "USA...
Watching a movie on the big screen with a popcorn and coke can be a moviegoer's favorite tradition. As popcorn portions grow and added butter, salt and fat increase, movie theater popcorn has turned into something of a horror show. Eating only a...
A large tub of movie theater popcorn is the perfect snack to enhance your enjoyment of the latest box office thriller. Popcorn, removed of added fat and salt, is in itself a healthy, nutritious snack. However, a 2009 report issued by the Center...
Although air-popped popcorn can be low in calories and fat, movie-theater popcorn tends to be very high in both calories and fat. Typically, popcorn served at movie theaters is cooked in large quantities of oil and is topped with a lot of melted...
Cinemark Theatres is a chain of movie theatres with headquarters in Plano, Texas. It's the third-largest theatre chain in the United States and has 293 sites as of July 1, 2009, according to the National Association of Theatre Owners. Cinemark...
Movie theater popcorn is not a smart choice when it comes to your health. Air-popped corn is often a snack choice for people watching their diet; however, movie theater popcorn is high in fat, calories and sodium. The best option is to choose the...
A popcorn kernel consists of a waterproof hull that contains a starchy filling. The filling explodes from the hull when it's heated, resulting in the familiar kernel of popcorn. Popcorn is a popular snack and has a close association with movies....
For most of us, it's hard to go to the movies without eating popcorn. One whiff as you pass the concession stand and you're hooked. But you're much better off walking right on by. Movie theater popcorn is loaded with calories, saturated fat and...
Popcorn is a whole-grain, low-calorie snack, according to the Popcorn Board. A 1-cup serving of plain, air-popped popcorn has 31 calories. Unfortunately, this healthy snack gets an unhealthy makeover at the movie theater. Eating a tub of movie...
In 2009, the Center for Science in the Public Interest declared AMC and one other theater chain "our nominees for Best Supporting Actor in the Obesity Epidemic." The center noted that a popcorn and soda combo provides roughly the saturated fat of...
Famous Players is a chain of movie theaters in Canada. Like all movie theaters, the popcorn served there is loaded with calories, and depending on the size you order as well as the addition of butter, you may end up with your entire day's caloric...
Popcorn is a staple of the movie-going experience. According to Slate magazine, movie theaters began offering patrons popcorn during the Great Depression as a way to bring in extra money. Today, movie theater popcorn gets a bad rap because of the...
The smell of buttery, salty movie theater popcorn greets moviegoers before even entering the theater. A large tub of the buttery kernels may hold 1,200 calories and 60 grams of fat or more, according to a 2009 study by the Center for Science in...
Popcorn consumption dates back over 4,000 years, and the salty snack has become synonymous with a trip to the cinema. While popcorn is a fiber-rich whole grain, piling on the salt and butter can transform a healthy snack into a dietary nightmare.
When enjoying a movie in a dark theater, many people reach for a bucket of popcorn and a cup of soda to enhance the experience. Unfortunately, most people do not know how many calories and grams of fat can be found in movie theater popcorn.
The calories in movie theater popcorn, even without butter, are still shockingly high. Huge serving sizes, the method of popping and the unconscious consumption all lead to an intake of excessive calories.
There's something about sitting in a dark theater with a big tub of popcorn and a large soda that seems American. That's probably fitting given that almost three-quarters of all Americans are currently overweight or obese, according to the Centers...
Many people enjoy a tub of popcorn when they go to the theater. However, with the increasing awareness regarding the health of Americans, you may decide that this isn't a healthy choice. Most movie theaters give you portions that too large and...
Popcorn is a favorite snack among movie theaters, bars and parties. An fun alternative to normal corn, popcorn is available in a variety of forms. A more unusual snack are raw popcorn kernels. Hard to chew, these dense tidbits are good snacks.
Movie theater popcorn can taste great, but that great taste has a cost. With an insane number of calories in even the smallest tub, calorie-conscious dieters are advised to consume movie theater popcorn in moderation.
Popcorn has a very rich and long history that dates back centuries. Popcorn was used widely by the Aztec Indians in the 16th century in ceremonies, as decoration and jewelry, in addition to toasting it until it burst, providing a treat they called...
Popcorn, a staple for any trip to the movie theater, may pack on more fat than your meal at the restaurant before the movie. With 37 g of fat in a small popcorn with butter at Regal Cinemas, this seemingly light snack is a far cry from healthy. If...
Low-fat popcorn is a healthy alternative to the butter laden varieties normally found in movie theaters. Microwave low-fat popcorn is also readily available in most grocery stores and provides the same great taste without the fat or the calories.
Many people equate going to the movie theater with indulging in a tub of buttery popcorn. Popcorn is normally a low-calorie food, but not when it's drenched in butter and served in large portions.
Today's movie theater experience can seem incomplete without a bucket of popcorn. The smell of fresh buttered popcorn entices moviegoers as they enter the theater, but is popcorn really a healthy snack?
