microwave popcorn calories
Microwave Popcorn Calories
We all love to munch on popcorn while watching our favorite movie, and nothing is quicker to make than microwave popcorn. But before we indulge further, let's take a look at the number of calories it has.
- g = grams
- mg = milligrams
Type (1 oz - 28 g) | Calories | Carbs | Fats | Sodium |
Regular Oil-Popped | 163 | 12.6 g | 12.2 g | 296 mg |
Butter Flavored (made with palm oil) | 148 | 15.6 g | 8.4 g | 216 mg |
Butter Flavor (made with partially hydrogenated oil) | 148 | 15.6 g | 8.4 g | 216 mg |
Low Fat | 119 | 20.2 g | 2.7 g | 248 mg |
Low Fat and Low Sodium | 120 | 20.6 g | 2.7 g | 137 mg |
- As you may have noticed in the data presented above, microwave popcorn is high in sodium levels, which can be dangerous for the body in the long run. Eating too much salt results in bloating and other health related problems.
- A study by the FDA (Food and Drug Administration) has discovered the presence of a chemical in microwave popcorn bags, that breaks down in the process of heating. The acid that is extracted from this chemical could be a potential cause of cancer.
- The presence of a chemical called 'daicetyl' in the fake butter flavoring is under research by the FDA, as a cause for lung cancer due to prolonged inhalation. Due to this research, several manufacturers now do not use this chemical in their products.
- Microwave popcorn is enriched with artificial flavors, and in some cases, food coloring too, which may be dangerous in the long run.