Almonds vs Popcorn | Blue Diamond (2024)

Even though the calorie count seems comparative with popcorn, if you are looking for a heart healthy1 snack, almonds are the way to go.

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Almonds2	vs.	Popcorn3
1g per serving	Saturated Fat	1.5g per serving
40mg per serving	Sodium	0mg per serving
3g per serving	Dietary Fiber	3g per serving
80mg per serving	Calcium	<5mg per serving
7.4mg per serving	Vitamin E	0.7mg per serving
75mg per serving	Magnesium	30mg per serving

Nutrition information based on 1oz (28g) serving.

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Scientific evidence suggests but does not prove that eating 1.5 oz per day of most nuts, such as Almonds or Pistachios, as part of a diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol may reduce the risk of heart disease. See nutrition information for fat content.
Blue Diamond Almonds Lightly Salted Low Sodium Almonds.
USDA Food Data Central for Oil-Popped, Unsalted Popcorn NDB 42259.

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More Reasons to Choose Almonds

Almonds are a heart healthy1 superfood4 and make a great daily snack. Our Nonpareil supreme almonds are rich in Vitamin E and Biotin and a good source of Magnesium, which are important nutrients for maintaining beauty from the inside out.

One serving of almonds contains more than 50% of the Daily Value for the antioxidant Vitamin E. D-alpha-tocopherol, the form of Vitamin E in almonds, is more potent than the synthetic form of Vitamin E found in some dietary supplements5.

One serving of almonds is a good source of Magnesium which the body needs for bones and muscle function.

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Don’t skimp on your snacking. With so many flavors and mixes, you can be sure you get the full benefits of almonds with delicious flavor combinations to please everyone in your family.