Popcorn

[not2late]

Re: Popcorn

I just bought those 100 calorie packs of popcorn. It says that one pack (a tiny bag of popcorn) is only 20 carbs and 3 grams dietary fiber ergo, about 17 grams net.

I just started back on this diet after success and then months of relapse. I know it's probably not great for the induction period, but for those on maintenance, these 100 calorie packs with 17 net carbs can't be as sinful as some have put it.

Any ideas?

I buy the popcorn kernels (the kind you have to pop yourself.) You'll have to read the bag to figure out the carb count. With the brand I buy (really inexpensive grocery store brand--99 cents per 1 pound bag), 1/2 tablespoon popcorn kernels is about 5 net carbs. That amount pops to about 1 1/2 cups, which is nice sized snack for me.

Popping your own corn is easy. A simple method is in the microwave. Put the kernels into a small paper bag. Fold the bag closed. Toss in microwave and cook 1-2 minutes. You can reuse the paper bag one or two times more. I buy a pack of 100 paper lunch bags for $1.00 at my local dollar store. So, for about 2 dollars, I can have alot more popcorn then if I were to buy the microwave bags or buy pre-popped corn. Plus, I can control what goes into my popcorn....no nasty transfats or too much salt.

[ld333]

Re: Popcorn

Well, should I rely on the carb count listed by the popcorn box??

[not2late]

Re: Popcorn

Well, should I rely on the carb count listed by the popcorn box??

Yes.