Popcorn is a food that children and adults alike love to eat. Sometimes they are eaten to satisfy untimely hunger, especially in the cinema to watch a movie or a match and to enjoy while having fun. Popcorn is a very easy to make food that is instantly ready. Everyone eats it with great relish but very few people know about its usefulness.
It is an ancient food used, archaeologists have discovered that people have known about popcorn for thousands of years. Remains of popcorn in Mexico date back to 3600 BC, while fossils from the South American country of Peru show that corn began to be made into popcorn as early as 4700 BC. They have been sold in theaters since about 1912. The most popcorn is eaten and grown in the United States, with over 700 varieties. 70% of Americans eat popcorn in their homes and 30% in theaters. The first popcorn machine was invented in 1993 by American businessman Charles Craters.
Popcorn has many health benefits. They are made by keeping corn kernels at high temperatures. It is a complete diet, containing important nutrients such as vitamins, minerals and dietary fiber. In addition, potassium, zinc, copper and phosphorus are also present in good amounts. Rich in antioxidants, this diet is low in calories and fat, as well as without sugar and sodium. According to the American Diabetic Society, popcorn helps protect against diabetes and heart disease. The benefits of popcorn are mentioned below.
*Full of antioxidants
The antioxidants and polyphenols in popcorn play a role in preventing heart disease, aging disorders such as dementia, Alzheimer's, visual impairment, hair loss, etc. Research shows that popcorn contains more antioxidants than vegetables and fruits, and that excess of them boosts the body's immune system.*Weight loss
Popcorn is low in sugar and fat and low in calories. A small cup of popcorn can hold only 30 calories. The fiber in it puts your appetite aside and doesn't make you feel empty. Popcorn is a good food for weight loss people, but people usually add fat, sugar and sodium to it for flavor, which can lead to weight gain rather than benefit.*Helps to maintain health
In addition to fiber, corn also contains minerals, complex carbohydrates, B-complex vitamins and vitamin E. The presence of fiber keeps your digestive system in good condition. Improved digestion means that your overall health is better.*Blood sugar control
The fiber in popcorn helps keep your blood sugar and insulin levels in your body, which is reduced in people due to a lack of fiber. If you are diabetic, you should include a small cup of popcorn in your daily diet to protect your body from fluctuations in blood sugar.*Cholesterol lowering
Being rich in fiber, popcorn helps reduce all the excess cholesterol in the blood vessels. This way your heart works better and you can be protected from heart disease and stroke.*Cell protection
According to a study, popcorn contains an antioxidant called polyphenols, which enter the body and prevent elements that damage cells. One cup of popcorn provides 13% of the polyphenols a person needs in a day. The hard part of the popcorn that gets stuck in your teeth and you're anxious to get it out is the hardest part of polyphenols and fiber.Another thing to keep in mind is that frying corn kernels in butter, oil or salt reduces their nutritional value and effectiveness. If it is roasted and eaten without mixing anything, one cup of it can meet 70% of a person's needs for the whole day.
( Note: People with diabetes and heart disease should use popcorn after consulting their doctor.)