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Popcorn
Score: 4/10Neutral
Anti-InflammatoryInflammatory
Plain air-popped popcorn is a whole grain snack that provides fiber and polyphenols. However, microwave and movie theater popcorn loaded with butter, salt, and artificial flavors become inflammatory.
Benefits
- Whole grain with fiber
- Contains polyphenol antioxidants
- Low calorie when air-popped
- Satisfying crunchy snack
Concerns
- Microwave popcorn contains harmful chemicals
- Butter and oil additions add inflammatory fats
- High sodium when heavily salted
- Movie theater popcorn is highly inflammatory
Key Nutrients
FiberPolyphenolsManganesePhosphorus
Serving Size
3 cups air-popped
Tips
Air-pop your own and season with turmeric, nutritional yeast, or herbs. Avoid microwave and butter-laden popcorn.
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