Is SkinnyPop Pepper Jack Popcorn healthy?

TrustPick's ingredient review: some things worth noting. Its TrustPick Health Score is 74/100 (grade B). Per 100 g it is high in sodium (821 mg). Powdered Sugar, Salt, Natural Flavors and Yeast Extract are worth noting. "Healthy" depends on your diet and how much you eat; these facts come from the label and are explained in our methodology at trustpick.app/methodology.

What are the ingredients in SkinnyPop Pepper Jack Popcorn?

In label order (largest amount first): POPCORN, SUNFLOWER OIL, ORGANIC WHEY, POWDERED SUGAR, SALT, PEPPERS (GREEN BELL, RED BELL, JALAPENO), ORGANIC CHEESE [CHEDDAR, MONTEREY JACK (PASTEURIZED ORGANIC MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES)], NATURAL FLAVORS, YEAST EXTRACT, VINEGAR POWDER, ONION POWDER, and 3 more.

Does SkinnyPop Pepper Jack Popcorn contain any ingredients worth knowing about?

Powdered Sugar (worth noting): Excessive sugar consumption is linked to health concerns such as obesity and diabetes. Salt (worth noting): Excessive salt intake is associated with high blood pressure and cardiovascular risks. Natural Flavors (worth noting): The exact composition of natural flavors is often undisclosed, leading to consumer concerns. Yeast Extract (worth noting): Contains naturally occurring glutamates, which may cause sensitivity in some individuals.

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SkinnyPop Pepper Jack Popcorn

Name: SkinnyPop Pepper Jack Popcorn
Brand: SkinnyPop
SKU: 816925020395

SkinnyPop

Listed as: PEPPER JACK POPCORN, PEPPER JACK

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TrustPick analysis

Some things worth noting3/5 ★

Ingredient rating 3/5 — nothing restricted, but more than 15% of ingredients worth noting. How ratings work

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Powdered SugarWorth noting
Excessive sugar consumption is linked to health concerns such as obesity and diabetes.
Worth knowing: High sugar intake is often avoided for health reasons.
Depends on amount
SaltWorth noting
Excessive salt intake is associated with high blood pressure and cardiovascular risks.
Worth knowing: Moderation is advised for individuals monitoring sodium intake.
Depends on amount

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TrustPick Health Score

74/100 · B

Combines ingredients, nutrition and processing level. How it’s calculated

An AI summary of how regulators in India, the EU, the US and Canada treat these ingredients, for consumer education. Not a medical device; not medical or legal advice. Product facts are shown separately from our analysis. How TrustPick scores products

Product facts

Manufacturer: Amplify Snack Brands, Inc.
Serving size: 28 g (3 CUPS | ABOUT)
Last updated: 17 Oct 2026

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Ingredients

In label order, highest quantity first

1POPCORN
2SUNFLOWER OIL
3ORGANIC WHEY
4POWDERED SUGAR
5SALT
6PEPPERS (GREEN BELL, RED BELL, JALAPENO)
7ORGANIC CHEESE [CHEDDAR
8MONTEREY JACK (PASTEURIZED ORGANIC MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES)]
9NATURAL FLAVORS
10YEAST EXTRACT
11VINEGAR POWDER
12ONION POWDER
13GARLIC POWDER
14CITRIC ACID (FOR FLAVOR)
15PARSLEY.

Nutrition facts

Nutrient	Per 100 g	Per serving (28 g)
Energy	500 kcal	140 kcal
Fat	28.6 g	8 g
of which saturated	3.6 g	1 g
of which trans	0 g	0 g
Carbohydrate	50 g	14 g
of which sugars	10.7 g	3 g
of which added sugars	3.6 g	1 g
Fibre	10.7 g	3 g
Protein	7.1 g	2 g
Sodium	821 mg	229.9 mg

Questions about SkinnyPop Pepper Jack Popcorn

Is SkinnyPop Pepper Jack Popcorn healthy?: TrustPick's ingredient review: some things worth noting. Its TrustPick Health Score is 74/100 (grade B). Per 100 g it is high in sodium (821 mg). Powdered Sugar, Salt, Natural Flavors and Yeast Extract are worth noting. "Healthy" depends on your diet and how much you eat; these facts come from the label and are explained in our methodology at trustpick.app/methodology.
What are the ingredients in SkinnyPop Pepper Jack Popcorn?: In label order (largest amount first): POPCORN, SUNFLOWER OIL, ORGANIC WHEY, POWDERED SUGAR, SALT, PEPPERS (GREEN BELL, RED BELL, JALAPENO), ORGANIC CHEESE [CHEDDAR, MONTEREY JACK (PASTEURIZED ORGANIC MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES)], NATURAL FLAVORS, YEAST EXTRACT, VINEGAR POWDER, ONION POWDER, and 3 more.
Does SkinnyPop Pepper Jack Popcorn contain any ingredients worth knowing about?: Powdered Sugar (worth noting): Excessive sugar consumption is linked to health concerns such as obesity and diabetes. Salt (worth noting): Excessive salt intake is associated with high blood pressure and cardiovascular risks. Natural Flavors (worth noting): The exact composition of natural flavors is often undisclosed, leading to consumer concerns. Yeast Extract (worth noting): Contains naturally occurring glutamates, which may cause sensitivity in some individuals.

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