Butter Popcorn Chemical Linked To Alzheimer’s « CBS Dallas / Fort Worth.
Aside from potential links to Alzheimer’s, fake butter should be avoided because it consists mostly of trans fats and sodium.
Corn in all it’s various forms should be avoided – botanically it’s a seed (‘grain’ group), not a vegetable, and there are several tasty seeds that are significantly more healthful.
In the corn realm, popcorn is a particular problem due to the sharp points on the husks. Little shards of husks can cut or lodge in your gums or intestines; they are not broken down in your digestive system.
Outdated recommendations instruct people with a range of intestinal problems to avoid fiber; substantial fiber intake is good – indeed necessary for maintaining intestinal health – so long as you have regular bowel movements and soft but not runny stools – i.e. you have healthy gut flora, drink enough water, and don’t already have bulges in your intestines (diverticulitis).
See the Colon Cancer Support site for a lengthy dialog with a number anecdotes from folks who have found popcorn to be the cause of their intestinal discomfort with symptoms such as bloody stools.
Amish Mart is one source of ‘hulless popcorn”.
Popped or puffed quinoa are alternatives to popcorn that will likely gain a wider audience in the US as more manufacturers experiment with this seed.
Turmeric is a great basis for a savory popped grain topping, and cinnamon for a sweet topping.