Are Popcorn and Chips Cooked in Beef Tallow Healthy?
Are Popcorn and Chips Cooked in Beef Tallow Healthy?  
Podcast: Dr. Jockers Functional Nutrition
Published On: Fri Jan 23 2026
Description: In this episode, Dr. Jockers answers one of the most common questions he gets: are popcorn and chips cooked in beef tallow healthy? He breaks down the impact of cooking oils and shares how the oil you use makes all the difference in your snacks' healthiness.   You'll learn why corn, often used for popcorn, isn't the best food choice due to its GMO status, high glycemic impact, and potential mycotoxins. Dr. Jockers also discusses the pro-inflammatory effects of acrylamide, which forms when starches are cooked at high heat.   Dr. Jockers reveals how Masa chips cooked in beef tallow, using an ancient process, can be a healthier option for your snacking needs. Tune in for expert insights on how to make better food choices, even when indulging in chips or popcorn. In This Episode:  00:00 Introduction to Mycotoxins in Corn 00:12 Podcast Introduction and Episode Overview 00:44 Health Coaching and Community Engagement 03:00 Is Popcorn Healthy? 05:49 Nutritional Benefits of Grass-Fed Butter 07:33 Chips Cooked in Beef Tallow 09:36 Corn vs. Potato Chips 10:25 Masa Chips and Nutritional Tips 13:18 Conclusion and Final Thoughts   If you want to burn belly fat…boost your energy levels…balance blood sugar…or relieve swelling in your legs or feet… Then you need to check out PureHealth Research immediately.   This company makes some amazing health-boosting supplements that are manufactured right here in America. They only use natural, non-GMO ingredients that are backed by the latest science and proven to work.   And right now, you can save 35% on all of their products with this special subscriber-only offer. Just use your exclusive coupon code JOCKERS at checkout.   Hair loss isn't caused by age but by hair follicles being switched off, and Swiss researchers discovered how to turn them back on with Purality Health - AnaGain Nu, a clinically proven compound extracted from pea sprouts that stimulates hair follicle cells and pushes them back into the growth phase. Purality Health combines AnaGain Nu with their advanced MyCell liposomal delivery system to maximize absorption and effectiveness. They are currently offering a Buy One, Get One Free deal, backed by a 180-day money-back guarantee, giving you six full months to try it risk-free. To claim this exclusive offer and support healthier hair growth, visit https://renewyourhair.com/drj "Popcorn, although low in calories, lacks essential nutrients and increases blood sugar—it's more about the oil used in it."  ~ Dr. Jockers     Subscribe to the podcast on: Apple Podcast Stitcher Spotify PodBean TuneIn Radio     Resources: Save 35% on premium health supplements with code JOCKERS at checkout. Visit purehealthresearch.com. Visit renewyourhair.com/drj to try AnaGain Nu with a buy one, get one free offer and a 180-day money-back guarantee.     Connect with Dr. Jockers: Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/drjockers/ Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/DrDavidJockers YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/user/djockers Website – https://drjockers.com/ If you are interested in being a guest on the show, we would love to hear from you! Please contact us here! - https://drjockers.com/join-us-dr-jockers-functional-nutrition-podcast/