What kind of popcorn is bad for you? A Guide to Healthy Choices
                                
                                
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                                Experts state that while plain, air-popped popcorn is a nutritious whole grain, its health status changes dramatically based on how it's prepared. To understand what kind of popcorn is bad for you, you must look beyond the kernel to the added fats, salts, and chemicals.