You may not have heard but popcorn is kind of a big deal. Not just because it is delicious, but it is recently been found to actually be good for you. Really. New studies suggest that a serving of popcorn contains more antioxidants than a day’s worth of fruits and vegetables.
But that’s not to say that all popcorn is terrific for you; we’re talking plain popcorn here. A cup of plain pop only contains around 31 calories, compared to a cup of regular potato chips which holds around 139 calories… not exactly great. Popcorn also contains fiber and is the only snack that’s 100% whole grain –the “whole” grains, which includes three parts: the germ, the bran and the endosperm. The germ contains healthy oils, vitamin E, protein, many B vitamins and minerals. The bran houses most of the fiber found in whole grains, as well as B vitamins, minerals, protein and antioxidants. The endosperm is primarily composed of starch with some proteins and some fiber. And whole grains are really good for you because they contains those antioxidants.
In popcorn’s case, the antioxidants are found in the hull (the seedy part that gets stuck in your teeth) and are called polyphenols. Like all antioxidants, polyphenols help protect against cancers, heart diseases and other illness that are caused by free radicals 9cells that attack other healthy ones.
Whole grains are also high in dietary fiber, rich in complex carbohydrates and are low in fat, making popcorn a way better snack than anyone originally thought. And just because you’re not craft about plain pop doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy its health benefits. Add on herbs like dill or curry, healthy oils such as olive or coconut or sprinkle on some spices.
You know what else is rich in antioxidants and is great on popcorn? Dark chocolate. Yep dark chocolate contains flavonoids which are shown to reduce bad cholesterol levels, decrease blood pressure and help protect the vascular system. So don’t think that popcorn cant still taste delicious, just stay away from the large butter drenched bags at the movie theatres.
While no one’s suggesting that you adios your potato chips, it is recommended that unhealthy snacks are replaced with those that provide more benefits than impediments. Popcorn’s been enjoyed for thousands of years, dating back to 3600 BCE. It’s natural, fun to eat and thankfully healthy.
CHEERS AND HAPPY EATING!!!!!!!
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