Wednesday, June 26, 2013

10 Reasons Why Corn Is One of The Healthiest Foods You Can Eat




1. The high fibre content reduces risk of haemorrhoids and colorectal cancer:

2. Rich source of vitamins: It's extremely packed with all sorts of vitamins

3. Provides necessary minerals: Corn contains abundant phosphorus apart from magnesium, manganese, zinc, iron and copper.

4. Antioxidant properties: Cleanses the system and aggressively prevents cancer.

5. It Protects the Heart!: According to researchers, corn oil has been shown to anti-atherogenic effect on the cholesterol levels, thus preventing the risk of cardiovascular diseases.

6. Prevents anaemia: The vitamin B12 and folic acid present in corn prevent anaemia caused by the deficiency of these vitamins.

7. Lowers LDL cholesterol: According to Journal of Nutritional Biochemistry, consumption of corn husk oil lowers plasma LDL cholesterol .

8. Controls diabetes and hypertension: Consumption of corn kernels assists the management of non-insulin dependent diabetes mellitus

9. Cosmetic benefits: Corn starch is used in the manufacture of many cosmetics and may also be applied topically to soothe skin rashes and irritations.

10. Corn is a rich source of many essential nutrients and fibre. A meal rich in corn can go a long way in protecting against many diseases and ailments.

References: Cornell University and Journal of Nutritional Biochemistry



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