USDA-derived generic food data

What is the nutrition score of Popcorn (Air-Popped)?

Per 100g, Popcorn (Air-Popped) has a Daily Nutrient Contribution score of 17/100. Its strongest contributions are Phosphorus, Fiber, Magnesium. Treat this as a fixed nutrient comparison, not a personal recommendation.

Reviewed 16 July 2026. USDA-derived values are estimates for a generic food and can vary with preparation and brand.

Daily Nutrient Contribution

17/100

10 nutrients provide at least 10% of the daily reference used for this comparison.

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Nutrition facts

The same generic food data, shown per 100g and for 3 cups (24g).

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NutrientPer 100gPer 3 cups
Calories387 kcal93 kcal
Protein13 g3 g
Carbs78 g19 g
Fat5 g1 g
Fiber15 g3 g
Sat fat1 g0 g
Sodium8 mg2 mg
Potassium329 mg79 mg
Calcium7 mg2 mg
Iron3.2 mg0.8 mg
Magnesium144 mg35 mg
Zinc3.1 mg0.7 mg
Vitamin C0 mg0 mg
Vitamin D0 µg0 µg
Vitamin B120 µg0 µg
Folate31 µg7 µg

Where Popcorn (Air-Popped) contributes most

These percentages are capped at 100% for the score calculation. They use a fixed adult reference and are not personalised targets.

Phosphorus

65%

358 mg per 100g

Fiber

48%

15 g per 100g

Magnesium

48%

144 mg per 100g

Iron

37%

3.2 mg per 100g

Sat fat

1 g per 100g

Shown separately because the score focuses on positive daily nutrient contributions.

Sodium

8 mg per 100g

Shown separately because the score focuses on positive daily nutrient contributions.

Source and limits

This page uses Nutrigate's USDA FoodData Central-derived generic-food table. It is useful for comparison, while the label on a branded product is more specific. Nutrition information is not medical advice.

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