Popcorn Diet Facts

Written by Sky Taylor, Diet Bites

 


Preparation Methods Matter

When popped with air one cup contains 31 kcals. With oil, the energy values increase to 55 kcals. If it is of microwave variety, the butter flavor contains 150 kcals per cup - more than a serving of chips and about the same as an iced cupcake or doughnut.

And that big bucket at the movies with added butter? About 1,600 kcals - more than many people require daily to be at their recommended weight.

Facts for Popcorn Diets

1. Multiple plans about regarding this wholesome grain. But the downside is that the star of the diet cannot be salted or have any form of added fat. That means no margarine, no butter, no salt. So we end up with a bland white puff that's dry going down. We'd be better off eating a popcorn or rice cake.

2. Too much can serve to block the absorption of Vitamin B, causing deficiencies. Symptoms of Vitamin B deficiency include: skin rash, low energy levels, anemia, depression, suppressed moods as well as mood swings, and memory loss.

3. Popcorn is a common allergen which cannot be consumed by all individuals. It presents choking hazards for children five years of age and under.

4. Other individuals have corn-sensitive issues, lacking the ability to digest the corn. They may be plagued with the following symptoms, skin rash - including hives which can be accompanies with life-threatening anaphylaxis and breathing difficulties.

Example of a Healthy Diet Menu Featuring Popcorn

Breakfast Menu

1 serving of cold or warm cereal with 3/4 cup of skim-based milk
1 cup of fresh whole strawberries
1 cup of coffee or tea prepared as desired [repeat for lunch and dinner]

 


Lunch Menu

2 slices of whole grain bread
3 ounces of lean deli meat
3 cups of spring vegetable mix
1 serving of light Catalina dressing
1 ounce of finely grated skim mozzarella cheese
1 small peach

Dinner Menu

1/2 a roasted chicken breast
1/2 cup of white or brown rice
1 cup of green beans
1 slice of whole grain bread
1 cup of melon balls or chunks

Snack Times

Enjoy hot-air popcorn for snacks - adding salt and up to 2 Tablespoons of reduced fat margarine in total that has been melted before adding to the corn. This low calorie diet contains the following servings from the official five basic food groups: Grain: 4 plus the popped corn, Protein: 2, Dairy: 2, Vegetable: 4, Fruit: 3/ It either meets or exceeds the minimum daily recommended servings.

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