Is Theater Popcorn High in Carbs? A Nutritional Reality Check
                                
                                
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                                According to research conducted by the Center for Science in the Public Interest, a large tub of movie theater popcorn can have more than 100 grams of carbohydrates, which is more than double the daily intake on a moderately low-carb diet. The short answer to whether theater popcorn is high in carbs is a definitive yes, but the reasons why are more complex than the kernels themselves.