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Nutrition Facts
Amino Acids
Protein, Fat and Carbohydrate %
Key Nutrients (% Daily Value)
Macronutrients and Vitamins in "Microwave Popcorn"
| Food Name: Microwave Popcorn | |
| Food Group: Snacks | |
| Macronutrients | |
| Calories (kcal): 402 | Total Fat (g): 6 |
| Protein (g): 11 | Carbohydrates (g): 76 |
| Sugars (g): 1 | Fiber (g): 14 |
| Net Carbs (g): 62 | Water (g): 4 |
| Fats | |
| Saturated Fat (g): 1 | Trans Fat (g): 1 |
| Monounsaturated Fat (mg): 2767 | Polyunsaturated Fat (mg): 2216 |
| Omega-3 (mg): 55 | Omega-6 (mg): 2161 |
| ALA (18:3 n-3) (mg): 55 | |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A (IU): 264 | Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 13 |
| Vitamin K (mcg): 1 | Dihydrophylloquinone (mcg): 9 |
| Niacin/B3 (mg): 2 | Folate/B9 (mcg): 18 |
| Food Folate (mcg): 18 | Folate DFE (mcg): 18 |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium (mg): 14 | Iron (mg): 3 |
| Magnesium (mg): 124 | Phosphorus (mg): 304 |
| Potassium (mg): 284 | Sodium (mg): 571 |
| Zinc (mg): 3 | Manganese (mg): 1 |
| Selenium (mcg): 7 | |
| Amino Acids | |
| Tryptophan (mg): 77 | Threonine (mg): 372 |
| Isoleucine (mg): 388 | Leucine (mg): 1480 |
| Lysine (mg): 349 | Methionine (mg): 199 |
| Cystine (mg): 184 | Phenylalanine (mg): 529 |
| Tyrosine (mg): 404 | Valine (mg): 520 |
| Arginine (mg): 307 | Histidine (mg): 241 |
| Alanine (mg): 800 | Aspartic Acid (mg): 804 |
| Glutamic Acid (mg): 2117 | Glycine (mg): 338 |
| Proline (mg): 749 | Serine (mg): 500 |
| Other Compounds | |
| Choline (mg): 13 | Beta-Carotene (mcg): 75 |
| Alpha-Carotene (mcg): 7 | Lutein + Zeaxanthin (mcg): 1259 |
| PRAL Score: 7 | |
| Sugars and Carbohydrates | |
| Sucrose (g): 1 | Starch (g): 60 |
Key Nutrition Facts about Microwave Popcorn
FAQ's
What are the protein, carbohydrate, and fat contents in 100 grams of 'Microwave Popcorn'?
100 grams of 'Microwave Popcorn' contains approximately following amounts of protein, carbohydrates, and fat:
Protein – 11g (around 22% of daily requirement),
Carbohydrates – 76g (around 28% of daily requirement),
Fat – 6g (around 8% of daily requirement).
It is typically higher in Carbohydrates while lower in Fat, making it more suitable for diets that are high-carb and also suitable for those requiring low Fat intake.
How many calories are in 100 grams of 'Microwave Popcorn'?
A 100-gram serving of 'Microwave Popcorn' provides around 402 kcal of energy. The majority of the calories come from carbohydrates, based on its macronutrient composition. This contributes approximately 20% of an average 2000 kcal daily diet, making it a calorie-dense food choice.
Is 'Microwave Popcorn' mainly a source of protein, carbohydrates, or fat?
In 100g, 'Microwave Popcorn' is mainly a source of carbohydrates. It contains 11g protein, 76g carbs, and 6g fat, making it suitable for diets focused on carbohydrates.
Does 'Microwave Popcorn' contain calcium, potassium, iron, and other essential minerals?
'Microwave Popcorn' is a good source of the following minerals per 100g:
Magnesium (mg): 124 mg (30% DV),
Zinc (mg): 3 mg (27% DV),
Manganese (mg): 1 mg (43% DV).
It is also an average source of:
Iron (mg): 3 mg (17% DV),
Phosphorus (mg): 304 mg (24% DV),
Sodium (mg): 571 mg (25% DV).
'Microwave Popcorn' contains low amounts of the following minerals per 100g:
Calcium (mg): 14 mg (1% DV),
Potassium (mg): 284 mg (6% DV),
Selenium (mcg): 7 mcg (13% DV).
Which vitamins are present in Microwave Popcorn in significant amounts?
'Microwave Popcorn' contains small to moderate amounts of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 13 mcg (1% DV),
Vitamin A (IU): 264 IU (9% DV),
Vitamin K (mcg): 1 mcg (1% DV),
Dihydrophylloquinone (mcg): 9 mcg (8% DV),
Niacin/B3 (mg): 2 mg (13% DV),
Folate/B9 (mcg): 18 mcg (5% DV),
Food Folate (mcg): 18 mcg (5% DV),
Folate DFE (mcg): 18 mcg (5% DV).
Which nutrients in 'Microwave Popcorn' may be harmful if consumed in excess?
'Microwave Popcorn' contains potentially high-risk amounts of the following nutrients per 100g:
Trans Fat (g): 1 g (50% of max recommended).
It also contains moderate levels of:
Sodium (mg): 571 mg (25% of max recommended).