Air-popped popcorn (whole grain, low-calorie snack)
Medium GI
GL 64.4 per typical cup (150 g) · GL 42.9 per 100 g
- High fiber content
- High glycemic load (22)
Air-popped popcorn (whole grain, low-calorie snack) has a glycemic index of 55, the same as plain Unpopped Popcorn Kernels (55). One typical cup (150 g) adds a glycemic load of 64.4.
Updated Jul 4, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
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Air-popped popcorn (whole grain, low-calorie snack) is one of the 11,117 foods Logi scores when you photograph a meal — with the portion.
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 387 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 78 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 0.9 g |
| Natural | 0.9 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 15 g |
| Soluble | 3 g |
| Insoluble | 12 g |
| Protein | 12 g |
| Fat | 4.2 g |
| Saturated | 0.6 g |
| Unsaturated | 3.6 g |
| Sodium | 7 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- High fiber content
- No added sugars
- Low saturated fat
- High glycemic load (22)
- Starchy carbohydrate density
- Rapid blood sugar impact
Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Air-popped popcorn (whole grain, low-calorie snack)?
Air-popped popcorn (whole grain, low-calorie snack) has a glycemic index of 55 (Moderate). One typical cup (150 g) has a glycemic load of 64.4; per 100 g the glycemic load is 42.9.
Is Air-popped popcorn (whole grain, low-calorie snack) good for people with insulin resistance?
Air-popped popcorn (whole grain, low-calorie snack) has a medium glycemic index (55). It fits in moderation, ideally with protein or fat; a lower-load alternative is Roasted chickpea snack.
Which form of Unpopped Popcorn Kernels has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Unpopped Popcorn Kernels in this database, Unpopped Popcorn Kernels has the lowest glycemic load (42.9 per 100 g).
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