Cheddar cheese pop corn
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Nutrition Facts
Per 100g
About This Product
Cheddar cheese pop corn by Cabot scores 8/10 for Blood Sugar based on high fiber-to-carb ratio slows glucose absorption.
Cheddar cheese pop corn by Cabot provides 607 calories, 14.3g protein, 42.9g fat, and 35.7g carbohydrates per 100g. That gives it a protein efficiency of 2.4g of protein per 100 calories. It scores well for Blood Sugar, Energy health goals. However, there are some things to be aware of regarding certain nutritional aspects.
- ✓Contains 14.3g of protein per 100g, providing a good source of this essential macronutrient.
- ✓Good fiber content at 7.1g per 100g, supporting digestive health.
- ✓Classified as NOVA Group 4 (ultra-processed food). Consider less processed alternatives if clean eating is a priority.
- ⚠High sodium content (821mg per 100g) — watch intake if monitoring blood pressure.
- ⚠Calorie-dense at 607 kcal per 100g — be mindful of portion sizes.
Deep Analysis
Cheddar cheese pop corn by Cabot is calorie-dense at 607 kcal per 100g — 31% above the popcorn category average of 462. Standout protein at 14.3g per 100g — 87% above average.
Nutrition Breakdown
- •Calories: 607 kcal per 100g (category avg: 462)
- •Protein: 14.3g per 100g (category avg: 7.6g)
- •Sugars: 7.1g per 100g (category avg: 15.8g)
- •Fiber: 7.1g per 100g (category avg: 9.0g)
- •Saturated fat: 8.9g per 100g
- •Sodium: 821mg per 100g — on the higher side
Who Should Eat This
Best suited for those looking to improve gut health or stay full longer.
Watch Out
- ⚠Saturated fat at 8.9g per 100g. The American Heart Association recommends limiting sat fat to 13g per day.
- ⚠Sodium at 821mg per 100g. A 200g serving would provide 1643mg — roughly 71% of the daily limit.
- ⚠Classified as NOVA Group 4 (ultra-processed). If clean eating matters to you, look for less processed options.
Better Alternatives
If Cheddar cheese pop corn doesn't perfectly fit your goals, consider looking for less processed alternatives (NOVA Group 1-2). Browse the popcorn category page on NutritionRanked to compare options side by side.
Ingredients
Non-GMO popcorn, vegetable oil (sunflower and/or corn), cheddar cheese (cultured pasteurized milk, salt, enzymes), whey, dry buttermilk, natural flavor, salt, disodium phosphate, lactic acid. Contains milk.