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What you need to know about the benefits and harms of corn
21.04.2024 01:30
Updated: 12.05.2024 23:40
Corn was considered a sacred vegetable by many peoples of the world, including the ancient Indians, who called it maize.
The homeland of corn is South and Central America, where it was known even before the arrival of Europeans.
Beneficial properties
This vegetable contains vitamins and minerals, has an anti-stress effect, has a positive effect on the nervous system, heart and red blood cell production.
It is one of the three main cereals on the planet after wheat and rice, and is used to make bread, tortillas, pancakes, cornflakes and popcorn.
Corn silk and its benefits
Corn silk - light brown hairs framing the corn fruit - is more useful than fleshy grains and is recommended for diabetics, people with hypertension, edema and dyskinesia.
A decoction of corn silk reduces the viscosity and specific gravity of bile, accelerates blood clotting and increases platelet levels.
Corn oil and its uses
Corn oil is a powerful antioxidant, slows down the aging process, and is used in industry to produce rubber, paints, soap, and other products.
Corn stalk is used to produce paper, building and packaging materials, and soil additives.
Harm of corn
Corn can cause harm in cases of thrombosis, coagulopathy, and thrombophlebitis.
Not recommended for people with poor appetite and low weight, as well as for those with worsening peptic ulcer disease.
Earlier we talked about why Italians eat a lot and don’t gain weight .
