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Popcorn, salted Nutrition Facts

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Macronutrients

Nutrition Facts

Consume
Limit
Avoid
Serving Size: 100g
Calories 471kcal / 2530kcal (18%)

Macronutrients

Total Fat
18.6 g/ 42g (44%)
Saturated Fat
3.24 g/ 20g (16%)
Cholesterol
0 mg/ 300mg (0%)
low
Unsaturated Fat
14.29 g
Total Carbohydrates
69.2 g/ 348g (19%)
Dietary Fiber
9.9 g/ 20g (49%)
high
Sugar
0.6 g/ 63g (0.95%)
Protein
6.7 g/ 71g (9%)

Vitamins

Vitamin A
0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%)
Vitamin C
0 mg/ 70mg (0%)
Vitamin B1
0 mg/ 1mg (0%)
Vitamin B2
0.05 mg/ 1mg (3%)
Vitamin B3
1.9 mg NE/ 16mg NE (11%)

Minerals

Calcium
33 mg/ 750mg (4%)
Iron
0.3 mg/ 12mg (2%)
Phosphorus
174 mg/ 700mg (24%)
source
Sodium
875 mg/ 1500mg (58%)
What is this food?
AI-assisted
Salted popcorn (about 100g). It’s a crunchy snack made from popped corn, usually seasoned with salt.
Why it matters to health
AI-assisted
Popcorn can be a good snack option because it has dietary fiber (about 9.9g), which helps you feel full and supports healthy digestion. However, this salted version is also fairly high in sodium (about 875mg) and calories (about 471kcal), with fat (about 18.6g) and saturated fat (about 3.24g). If eaten often or in big portions, the sodium and calories can add up—so it’s best to enjoy it in the right amount and frequency, especially if you already have rice or other carbs in your meals.
Healthier tips
AI-assisted
  • Keep portions small: try a bowl-sized serving for snacks (instead of eating straight from the bag).
  • Choose less-salted or “no added salt” versions when available.
  • Pair with a protein/fruit snack to balance your day (e.g., popcorn + boiled egg, or popcorn + sliced apple/banana).
  • Since you’ll have 3 meals plus 1–2 snacks a day, treat popcorn as one snack, not a replacement for a full meal.
  • Drink water with it—fiber helps, and it also makes the snack feel more satisfying.
Common Filipino dishes
Popcorn (salted), Halo-halo, Chicharon, Garlic rice, Fried lumpia
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