Even low-fat microwave popcorn is traditionally high in sodium. The best way to enjoy popcorn as a truly healthy snack is to pop it with an air popper.

• Pop popcorn with an air popper.

• Combine popcorn with raisins and nuts.

Popping Up Pennies

Did you know you could buy twenty-five servings of popcorn for less than four dollars by buying popcorn kernels instead of microwaveable packs? Not only is using an air popper healthy, it ends up being the least expensive method as well.