Popcorn vs Trail Mix
Complete nutrition comparison per 100g serving
Which is Healthier?
Popcorn is generally healthier
Popcorn comes out ahead in this comparison, winning in 4 out of 5 key nutritional categories. It has fewer calories (387 vs 463), more fiber (15g vs 7g), less sugar (1.1g vs 30g), less sodium (2mg vs 154mg)making it the better choice for most health goals.
Quick Summary
Fewer Calories
Popcorn
387 kcal
More Protein
Trail Mix
15g
More Fiber
Popcorn
15g
Less Sugar
Popcorn
1.1g
Visual Comparison
Caloriesper 100g
Popcorn
387
Trail Mix
463
Proteinper 100g
Popcorn
3.5g
Trail Mix
15g
Carbohydratesper 100g
Popcorn
77g
Trail Mix
48g
Fatper 100g
Popcorn
4.5g
Trail Mix
24g
Side-by-Side Nutrition Table
Serving Size Comparison
All values above are per 100g. Here's how they compare in common serving sizes:
Popcorn
Per 100g:387 calories
Per cup (150g):581 calories
Per serving (85g):329 calories
Trail Mix
Per 100g:463 calories
Per cup (150g):695 calories
Per serving (85g):394 calories
Diet Compatibility
Popcorn
VeganVegetarianLow-Sodium
Trail Mix
High-ProteinVeganVegetarianLow-Sodium
When to Choose Popcorn
- ✓Lower in calories (387 vs 463)
- ✓More fiber (15g vs 7g)
- ✓Less sugar (1.1g vs 30g)
- ✓Lower sodium (2mg vs 154mg)
Common Uses
Between mealsMovie nightsPartiesTravel food
When to Choose Trail Mix
- ✓Higher in protein (15g vs 3.5g)
- ✓Lower in carbs (48g vs 77g)
Common Uses
Between mealsMovie nightsPartiesTravel food