The reason why bodybuilders eat popcorn is because popcorn is a high fiber snack that is also high volume and low in calorie snack.
The popcorn being high volume, low in calories and high in fiber promotes fullness and provides the bodybuilders with energy and healthy carbohydrates without being heavy.
This makes popcorn ideal for recovery and satiety, especially when the bodybuilder is trying to maintain their lean physique.
Popcorn has many nutritional benefits, when it's plain popcorn without added butter, salt or flavorings.
Plain popcorn is a whole grain food and snack that is rich in dietary fiber, which is crucial for your digestive health and helps to keep your feeling full for longer.
Air popped popcorn is also low in calories, so you can eat popcorn in large portions without consuming a lot of energy.
The carbohydrates that are in popcorn are also converted to glycogen, which is also your body's primary energy source for muscle repair and workouts.
Popcorn also contains antioxidants called polyphenols, that benefit blood circulation and digestive health.
And due to the popcorn's high fiber and low energy density, the popcorn can also keep you feeling more satisfied than other snacks like potato chips, with the same amount of calories.
Air popped popcorn is best for the health benefits and avoid adding extra oil to the popcorn.
To keep the popcorn the healthiest, avoid loading the popcorn up with butter or oil, which adds unhealthy fats and calories and use healthy flavorings if you want to flavor the popcorn.
You can add some healthy seasonings to the popcorn like nutritional yeast, smoked paprika or garlic powder to add flavor but keep the popcorn healthy.