Who among us does not like to eat popcorn while watching his favorite film? But do you know if popcorn is healthy? What are the benefits associated with eating it?
It is rich in various nutrients, but unfortunately it is often prepared with lots of fat, sugar and salt, which can cause damage to health.
For the health benefits associated with popcorn, it is important to prepare it for home.
Food values of popcorn
Popcorn is one of the foods that fall under whole grains, so it has many important nutritional values.
100 grams of popcorn contains the following nutrients:
*387 calories
*7% of the recommended daily intake of vitamin B1
*12% of the recommended daily intake of vitamin B3
*8% of the recommended portion of vitamin B6
*18% of the daily quota of iron
*36% of the daily ration of both magnesium and phosphorus
*9% of the daily ration of potassium
*21% of the daily ration of zinc
*13% of the daily copper quota
*56% of the daily quota of manganese
*13 grams of protein
*78 grams of carbohydrates
*5 grams of fat
*15 grams of dietary fiber.
Benefits of popcorn health
If you know the nutritional values of popcorn, the health benefits associated with eating it include:
1 - rich in useful antioxidants
Popcorn is rich in polyphenol, which protects the body's cells from the accumulation of harmful free radicals, which increases the risk of chronic diseases such as diabetes.
A scientific study by the University of Scranton found that popcorn contains high amounts of antioxidant polyphenols, and is associated with many health benefits, including:
*Improved blood flow in the body.
*Promote the health of the digestive system.
*Reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as breast cancer.
2-Very high in dietary fiber
Each 100 grams of popcorn contains 15 grams of dietary fiber, which is useful and very necessary for the body. It works on:
*Reduce the risk of many diseases such as obesity and type 2 diabetes.
*Contribute to the loss of excess weight.
*Improve the digestive system.
The recommended daily ration of dietary fiber is 25 grams for women and 38 grams for men.
3-Helps in losing excess weight
Since popcorn is very high in dietary fiber, it helps to feel fuller for a longer period, thus reducing the amount of calories eaten later in the day.
In turn, one of the scientific studies conducted an experiment was to eat popcorn or chips chips, and noted that 15 calories of popcorn was more satisfying than eating 150 calories of chips chips.
Popcorn Ready
It is recommended not to use popcorn prepared by placing it in the microwave oven.
This ready-made popcorn contains a chemical called perfluorooctanoic acid, which is associated with various health problems.
One of the most important health problems associated with this substance is the increased risk of:
*Hyperactivity and attention deficit.
*Low fetal weight.
*Thyroid problems.
*Some types of popcorn also contain another chemical called diacetyl.
How to make popcorn
Here is the healthy way to make popcorn in order to enjoy its various benefits:
You need to:
*3 tablespoons olive oil or coconut oil.
*Half a cup of corn.
*Half a teaspoon of salt.
The method of work:
1- Place oil and corn in a large container and cover.
2-Set fire between medium and high for three minutes or until popcorn pop stops.
3- Place it in a bowl and add some salt.
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