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# Balanced Low-Calorie Popcorns
Jimmy’s Pure Popcorn Contains 98 Calories or Less Per Serving

By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2018-02-20 | Lifestyle
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pure-popcorn
References: [foodbev](https://www.foodbev.com/news/jimmys-expands-pure-popcorn-portfolio-new-impulse-bags/) & [jimmys.eu](https://jimmys.eu)

Snacking is increasing in popularity amongst many different consumer demographics who are looking for a healthy way to stay fueled between meals, which is seeing brands like [Jimmy’s Pure Popcorn](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cookie-butter-iced-coffee) respond with products tailored for this lifestyle.

The brand has launched a new size variant that is designed for convenience stores and markets to offer customers a simple product to pick up rather than opting for a large bag. The [popcorn snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pops-praiseworthy-popcorn) come in three flavors including 'Slightly Sea Salted,' 'Subtly Sweet & Salty' and 'Sublimely Sweet,' which have all been modified to contain less sugar and salt than any other brand out there.

The Jimmy’s Pure Popcorns are also positioned as a [low-calorie option](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sweet-and-salty-popcorn) that contains just 98 calories or less per serving.

Image Credit: FoodBev Media

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 3.7/10
- Popularity: 60% | Activity: 42% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: Europe

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## Key Themes

### What's Driving This Trend

- **Healthy Snacking:** Opportunity for brands to develop and promote low-calorie snacks as consumers seek healthier alternatives to traditional snacks.
- **Convenience Store Snack Packaging:** Innovative packaging solutions for single-serve snacks targeted for convenience store and market shelves to drive impulse purchases.
- **Reduced Sugar and Salt Products:** Demand for snacks that offer reduced sugar and salt content, creating opportunities for brands to develop healthier options that still deliver on taste.

### Who This Affects Most

- **Snack Food Industry:** Brands can tap into the growing demand for healthier snacks by offering low-calorie, reduced sugar, and reduced salt options.
- **Convenience Store Industry:** Convenience stores can capitalize on the trend of healthy snacking by stocking single-serve, low-calorie snacks that appeal to health-conscious consumers.
- **Food Packaging Industry:** Packaging companies can provide innovative and eye-catching solutions for single-serve snacks designed for convenience store shelves, attracting impulse purchases.

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