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Popcorn is an excellent source of fiber and is a recommended food by both the American Cancer Society and the National Cancer Institute.
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The American Dental Association recommends popcorn as a wholesome snack.
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The American Dietetic Association lists popcorn as one of the recommended high fiber snack foods.
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Popcorn has long been considered a nutritional snack. It is a whole grain that contains 40 nutrients.
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The popcorn kernel contains all of the complex B vitamins, plus Vitamin E, Riboflavin and Thiamine.
- Popcorn has more protein than any other cereal grain.
- Popcorn has more iron than eggs, peanuts, spinach, or roast beef.
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- Many veterinarians recommend popcorn
as a healthy high fiber treat for dogs which has the added benefits of helping keep canine teeth clean.
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The use of cinnamon in popcorn coatings has many potential health benefits. Cinnamon has been shown to help regulate blood sugar, reduce LDL (“bad”) cholesterol, improve circulation, enhance brain function, reduce the inflammation associated with joint and muscle pain, especially the pain related to arthritis, promote digestion, and kill and prevent the growth of harmful bacteria. Cinnamon is a good source of iron, calcium, manganese and vitamins C and K.
- Coated popcorns, even ones that use sugar and butterfat, are, on balance, vastly superior, in terms of overall health and nutrition aspects, and wholesomeness, than candy bars, potato and other chips, and cookies.
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