Know The Health Benefits Of Corn?

Nutrition

oi-Amrisha Sharma

By Amrisha Sharma

Monday, June 6, 2011, 18:49

Corn or maize is one of the healthiest snack of monsoon season. With stalls selling corn in every corner of the road, it is the best sweet and salty snack to grab it while enjoying the rain and is healthy too.

Health benefits of corn include controlling diabetes, heart ailments, hypertension and prevention of neural-tube defects at birth. It is not just a staple food but a healthy diet food to provide necessary calories for metabolism. Is a rich source of vitamin A, B E and high a content of minerals and fiber.

The high fiber content makes it a medicine to cure stomach problems like constipation and colorectal cancer. The antioxidants in corn makes it an anti-cancer agent and it also prevents Alzheimer's. Lets have a look at the health benefits of corn:

1.Consumption of corn husk oil is found effective in lowering plasma LDL Cholesterol by reducing cholesterol absorption in the body.
2.Corn kernels protects against diabetes and hypertension. It manages the non-insulin dependent diabetes mellitus (NIDDM) and is regarded effective in reducing hypertension due to the presence of phenolic phytochemicals in the corn.
3.According to the researchers, corn oil has anti-atherogenic effect on cholesterol levels thus reducing the risk of cardiovascular diseases. Even the fiber content lowers the cholesterol levels.
4.Another benefits of corn is the fiber content in it reduces the risk of colon cancer and is also useful for reducing blood sugar levels for diabetic patients.
5.Maize is rich in Vitamin B constituents like thiamin and niacin which is essential for maintaining nerve health and a proper cognitive function. Naimin cures diarrhea, dementia and dermatitis and is good for malnourished people.
6.Cosmetic benefits is one of the benefits of corn. Corn starch is used in various cosmetics and is also applied topically to provide soothing effect on skin rashes and irritation.
7.Yellow corn is a rich source of beta-carotene which forms vitamin A in the body, an essential for the maintenance of good eye sight and soft skin.

Corn is therefore a must have cereal this monsoon. Enjoy the rainy weather with the health benefits of corn on your body and skin.

Disclaimer: The information provided in this article is for general informational and educational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or a qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.