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Skinny Pop Popcorn

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Is Skinny Pop Popcorn healthy?

Skinny Pop Popcorn scores 25/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — one of the lower scores in Scout's catalog. This product contains sunflower oil, a seed oil that is high in omega-6 fatty acids, which can contribute to inflammation when consumed in excess.

Does Skinny Pop Popcorn contain seed oils?

Yes — Scout's ingredient analysis flags seed oils in Skinny Pop Popcorn, and that is reflected in its score.

How processed is Skinny Pop Popcorn?

Skinny Pop Popcorn is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

How does Skinny Pop Popcorn compare to other salty snacks?

Skinny Pop Popcorn ranks #46 of 118 salty snacks in Scout's independent rankings. The current top score in the category is Jesse & Ben's House-Cut Fries Tallow & Sea Salt at 93/100.

Which ingredients drive Skinny Pop Popcorn's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, sunflower oil is flagged as an ingredient of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Skinny Pop Popcorn

Skinny Pop
Contains seed oils
25 Poor

At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 0
Harmful ingredients 1
Owned by Hershey Co
Category Salty Snacks
Summary

This product contains sunflower oil, a seed oil that is high in omega-6 fatty acids, which can contribute to inflammation when consumed in excess. The processing level of this snack limits its score, as it is not minimally processed. While the ingredient list is relatively short, the presence of sunflower oil and the processed nature of the product result in a lower rating.

Key ingredients 3

sunflower oil
Very Bad

Sunflower oil is high in omega-6 fatty acids and can contribute to inflammation if consumed excessively, which is why it is considered very bad in this context.

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popcorn
Neutral

Popcorn is a whole grain snack that provides fiber and some nutrients, making it a neutral ingredient in terms of health impact.

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Salt
Neutral

Salt enhances flavor and is used in moderation, making it a neutral ingredient without significant health implications.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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