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Popcorn often gets a bad rap mainly because of the way that it is eaten. When served in movie theaters it is often slathered in butter-flavored oils, which are usually incredibly high in saturated fat, and they also get a lot of salt poured on them, usually ending up with more sodium that anybody needs in one day.
Popcorn by itself, on the other hand, is actually one of the healthiest snacks available. It contains next to no amount of any type of fat, saturated, trans or otherwise. It also contains no sugar and almost no sodium.
Aside from not containing any really bad ingredients, it is a good source of dietary fiber, which can provide a variety of health benefits including having lower cholesterol levels, controlled blood sugar levels, it aids in weight loss and also helps improve the health of the digestive system.
Popcorn isn’t really bad for you, but the way that people flavor them is. This is why I will be providing you with three different healthy and delicious popcorn toppings that will allow you to enjoy this classic snack food without the guilt that normally comes along with it!
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