Corn is one of the most ancient grains, known to mankind, found mentioning that maize was domesticated almost 9 thousand. years ago in Mexico. Since corn has become a common product, especially in the Americas. Useful properties of corn appreciated throughout the world, this plant is widely used not only in cooking but also in folk medicine.

Composition of corn

Corn grains are rich in the following vitamins: pp, e, D, c, b vitamins (B1, B2), as well as Ascorbic acid. On the cob of this plant are valuable mineral substances: potassium salts, calcium, phosphorus, iron and magnesium, as well as trace elements: nickel and copper. In corn protein present essential amino acids: tryptophan and lysine.

In 100 g of corn contains: 10.3 g protein, 60 g carbohydrate, 9.6 grams fiber, 27 grams of sodium.

Energetic value: 44.1 kcal per 100 g.

Effects of corn on the body

Use corn has a cleansing effect on the human body: it displays the radionuclides accumulated toxins in the cells. Due to the large number of antioxidants to prevent premature aging of corn cobs are good preventive Oncology and heart disease. Corn in different types, we recommend that you include the children’s diet because it provides a growing necessary microelements and vitamins. In addition, corn grain impeding processes rotting and fermentation in the intestinal tract, so it is advised to include in diets with enterocolitis.

Corn is recommended for people with abnormalities of the gastrointestinal tract, patients suffering from allergies, diabetes, obesity and other metabolic disorders. The composition of maize consists of unique fat, containing about 80% unsaturated fatty acids such as linolenic, linoleic and arachidonic acid. These acids are necessary for regulating cholesterol levels. They react with cholesterol form soluble compounds, which can no longer be deferred on the walls of blood vessels. The use of corn regulates the digestive processes and contributes to a more complete digestion of other foods.

Corn stabilizes blood sugar levels; due to the large number of b vitamins, it energizes the nerve cells, prevents and helps to cure diseases of the central nervous system, including polio and epilepsy. Corn stops the development of muscular dystrophy. The use of this herb relieves joint pain caused by arthritis and osteoarthritis.

Glutamic acid and phytin, included in this herb helps with mental overexertion, exhaustion, anemia, nausea, vomiting, corn absorbs unpleasant effects on the human body caused by the intake of fried and fatty foods, as well as alcoholic beverages.

Corn grains are very useful for the female body: the regular use of this herb relieves swelling during pregnancy lessens painful menstruation and Climacteric.

Inclusion in the menu of the maize will help avoid diabetes, heart attacks, eliminates the problems with the gastrointestinal tract, improve immunity and bring the body of harmful substances.

Cornmeal is used and as a cosmetic. Rasparennoj mask of cornmeal helps cleanse the skin, align the complexion, to get rid of pigmentation. Get rid of dryness, peeling, sluggishness will help corn flour mixed with lemon, honey and egg.

Contraindications to the use of corn

During periods of exacerbation of ulcers from eating corn better abstain. Also not worth it to use those underweight, poor appetite, the tendency to form blood clots and increased coagulation of blood.

Despite the useful properties of corn, use it for treatment without consulting a doctor.