Every food has a designated day. Additionally, March 14th is National Popcorn Lovers Day on Thursday. This is not to be confused with January’s National Popcorn Day. Let’s investigate whether popcorn merits a two-day celebration in less than three months. Popcorn that has a firm outer layer and a tender, starchy core is what we often consume. This is known as false corn. The moisture inside the maize becomes steamy and eventually bursts open as it becomes heated. GMO seeds are not used to grow flint corn. In terms of nutrition, popcorn has a lot and a little to give. It’s the calories that matter. Popcorn that is air-popped has 30 calories per cup. It’s interesting to see that oil-popped popcorn has a negligible 35 calorie difference.

Popcorn that is air-popped contains no fat. Furthermore, popcorn requires more chewing than certain other snack items, so it cannot be consumed as fast. As a whole grain, popcorn is exactly what most of you should be eating more of on a regular basis. One serving of whole grains is equal to three cups of popcorn, or 90–105 calories. Whole grains are a good source of fiber, zinc, magnesium, and B vitamins. Furthermore, whole grains lower the risk of diabetes, heart disease, and high cholesterol. Foods that cause blood sugar levels to rise gradually are considered low glycemic foods. They support diabetics in managing their cholesterol and blood glucose levels.Foods with a glycemic index score of less than 55 are categorized as low glycemic. Popcorn manages to make it in with a glycemic index of 55. contrasted with maize chips, which have a glycemic rating of 77. Therefore, popcorn is a healthy snack for a person with diabetes.