The Best Popcorn Brands for a Healthy Snack That’s Full of Fiber

Movie theater staple? Yes. Super snack choice? Also yes! While popcorn might conjure images of butter-bathed junk food, it is so much, well, healthier than that—that is, of course, depending on how you serve it up.

Popcorn's actually a whole grain, making it full of fiber, which—friendly reminder!—is heart-healthy and key for keeping all systems a go (💩).

The catch: A lot of options out there often come with a generous helping of added sugars, artificial sweeteners or flavors, and trans fats, according to Laura Iu, RD, a nutritionist in New York City. So she encourages you to always read the ingredient list (the shorter, the better) and steer clear from anything that includes even "partially" hydrogenated items.

Ready to head to the snack aisle? Here are 10 of the best popcorn brands, each with an expert seal of approval so you can stock up smart.