Monday, April 23, 2012

Popcorn Has More Antioxidants

"Popcorn is no substitute for fruit...
Fruits have other vitamins and mineral that popcorn does not contain."
Popcorn Has More Antioxidants Than Fruit, Study Says :
It's true: a new study shows that the snack contains more antioxidants than a single serving of fruit.
When University of Scranton researchers analyzed popcorn (by grinding it into a powder and adding some solvent to mimic digestion), they found that a single serving of popcorn had nearly 300 milligrams of polyphenols. Polyphenol, a plant-based chemical, is what fights free radicals in the body and helps fight against heart disease and other health problems. Popcorn packs a powerful punch. While popcorn is already known to be a good source of fiber, its other health benefits aren't as well known. Popcorn is also 100 percent whole grain, so it's a good option to reach for instead of chips or crackers. Plus, popcorn contains another antioxidant: ferulic acid, which fights against diseases like Alzheimer's.
Eat popcorn, plain kernels made on a stove top popper is best, without the added fixings.

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