The benefits and harms of corn for the human body

Corn Is one of the most common vegetables in Russia. This product came to our region from the Caucasus, southern Ukraine and Crimea back in the 17th century, but the product gained immense popularity in the 19th century, when the Russian government ordered the distribution of corn seeds to the population absolutely free, after which the people learned the colossal benefits and insignificant harm of corn. … After that, a large-scale trade in corn began in all cities of Russia.

This product can be used as food or even cosmetic, corn kernels are used to make popcorn, and vegetable flour can be used to bake pancakes, muffins and tortillas.

In the store, corn can be found in the form of canned grains, flour, cereals and butter. This is a very tasty, satisfying and, most importantly, healthy product that is not inferior in its healing properties to carrots, beans and many other vegetables.

The benefits of corn

Corn is eaten in canned or boiled form, and its huge advantage is that even after heat treatment, the grains of this vegetable retain their intact shell, thereby preserving all the useful properties of the vegetable.

• Great alternative to meat… In terms of protein content, corn can compete with meat products, which makes it a suitable food product for people who decide to add less meat to their diet, or even switch to a vegetarian diet. In addition, it is worth noting the balanced composition of carbohydrates, proteins and fats of this vegetable plant.
• Provides our body with unsaturated fatty acids and essential amino acids… Corn is an excellent source of arachidonic, linolenic and linoleic acids, as well as lysine and tryptophan, which are not produced by the body on its own, but at the same time are very important for the full functioning of the human body. These amino acids improve bowel function, maintain muscle tone and promote the elimination of bad cholesterol from the body, which helps to “neutralize” the intake of fatty foods if corn is consumed with them.
• Slows down the aging process… This is possible due to the antioxidant properties of corn oil, selenium, as well as vitamins A, E and H, which corn is rich in – they regenerate cells and tissues, rejuvenate and improve skin condition.

In addition, due to its versatile useful properties, corn has found application in a variety of areas:

• In folk medicine… Doctors recommend treating with corn stigmas (the light brown hairs of a head of cabbage), which people often just throw away. But you can make infusions and extracts from them, which reduce the viscosity and weight of bilirubin and bile, stimulate blood clotting, and increase the level of platelets. In addition, by reducing blood sugar levels, having a diuretic and choleretic effect, corn silk is useful for hypertensive patients, diabetics, as well as for biliary tract disorders, edema, hepatitis, cholangitis and cholecystitis. Consuming cornmeal, in turn, will help men to improve sex drive and potency, and women to overcome infertility. In addition, corn is also beneficial for women’s health in case of menstrual irregularities and menopause.
• In dietetics… Eating corn improves the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract, speeds up metabolism, stimulates fat burning and facilitates the digestion of fatty foods. In addition, corn has such a useful component as choline, which, when it is sufficiently supplied to the body, maintains the optimal body weight for a person in an “automatic mode”. Therefore, corn is very effective for obesity.
• In cosmetology… Corn is rich in vitamins that nourish the hair with all the necessary components and make the skin more elastic. A vegetable flour mask can be used for skin irregularities, pigmentation, acne and pimples.

What else is good for corn?

• Treats constipation and loose stools;
• It has a beneficial effect on cardiovascular and liver diseases;
• Relieves symptoms of gout and nephritis attacks, gastritis, as well as gallstone disease;
• Strengthens the nervous system, nourishes nerve cells, has a calming effect and helps to cope with depression;
• Fills with strength when the body is depleted;
• Promotes the formation of muscle fibers;
• Cleans the body of toxins and toxins;
• Prevents the formation of worms;

Harm to corn

It is difficult to argue with the benefits of corn, but even such a valuable product has contraindications for use, if not observed, you can greatly harm your body. So, corn is not recommended for use when:

• Thrombosis;
• Frequent thrombophlebitis;
• Increased blood clotting.

Also, excessive consumption of boiled corn can disrupt the functioning of the stomach.

Thanks to the tremendous benefits of corn, when consumed regularly, you can eliminate or prevent many ailments. The harm from corn can only appear if you eat it in excessive quantities, especially if you belong to the group of people for whom its use is highly discouraged. You should not expect any benefit from excessive intake of cornflakes, chips or popcorns, as they contain a large number of chemical additives and artificial substitutes that are harmful to the human body.

Nutritional value and chemical composition of corn

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