I like corn but never knew its benefits. Many thanks for providing the useful information.

Corn is both delicious and tasty.Thanks for sharing the benefits of corn.

Opting for corn in your diet will provide you with multiple numbers of benefits. Here are some of the paybacks offered by corns.

• Good for diabetes: Corn is an excellent choice for those who have diabetes. It has the right mix of minerals and vitamins that keep the insulin stay in a healthy range.

• Vitamin rich: Corn is full of vitamin B12 and folic acid which prevent anemia caused by the deficiency of these vitamins.

• Improves metabolism: Corns helps in converting carbohydrates into energy, hence improves metabolism and prevents constipation.

• Cholesterol check: The high amount of fiber present in corn helps lower cholesterol levels and also reduces the risk of colon cancer.

• Protects kidney: Corn has been found to be helpful in treating kidney problems, including renal dysfunction.

Nutritional Value of Corn
Given below is the amount of nutrients in 100 gm of corn:

* Carbohydrates - 9 gm
* Calcium - 9 mg
* Dietary fiber - 2.7 gm
* Fat - 1.2 gm
* Folate - 46 μg
* Iron - 0.5 mg
* Magnesium - 37 mg
* Niacin - 1.7 mg
* Phosphorus - 120 mg
* Potassium - 270 mg
* Protein - 3.2 gm
* Sugars - 3.2 gm
* Vitamin A - 10 μg
* Vitamin B - 15 mg
* Vitamin C - 7 mg
* Energy - 90 kcal (360kJ)

Health & Nutrition Benefits of Eating Corns

* The high amount of fiber present in corn helps lower cholesterol levels and also reduces the risk of colon cancer.
* Corn, if consumed in moderate quantities, has been seen to be beneficial for those suffering from diabetes
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* Being rich in folate, corn helps the generation of new cells, especially important before and during pregnancy.
* Those suffering from anemia have shown positive effects after consuming corns.
* The Pantothenic acid present in corns helps with the physiological functions of the body.
* Owing to the presence of thiamin, corns have been said to help in the metabolism of carbohydrates.
* Corn has been found to be helpful in treating kidney problems, including renal dysfunction.
* Regular consumption of corn, in moderate quantities, has been associated with better cardiovascular health.
* The beta-cryptoxanthin in corn makes it good for the health of the lungs and may even help prevent lung cancer.
* The insoluble fiber in corn makes it good for those suffering from common digestive ailments, like constipation and hemorrhoids.

As corn is rare in our market I ate them very very rarely.Thanks for this information.

One of the benefits of corn is it provides lutein which the body cannot produce. Lutein is an important nutrient for eye health. A lack of lutein may destroy macula tissue and develop cataracts or blindness as a person ages. The recommended dosage of lutein is 6 mg per day. A cup of corn flakes only provides 325mcg of lutein and half a cup of boiled corn kernels provides only about 600mcg.

Eating a half cup of boiled corn kernels will provide you with 163 IU of vitamin A. Vitamin A is known for its positive effect on vision. Vitamin A may also aid in building your immune function, bone metabolism and skin health.

One of the other health benefits of corn is in the contents of the B vitamins especially folate. Folate may reduce neural tube defect which are defects affecting the brain and spinal cord. Women who are capable of getting pregnant should take adequate amount of folate.

Corn contains dietary fiber which is useful for colon health. Eating corn may prevent constipation and irritable bowel. The potassium found in corn will benefit your muscles and kidney function. And phosphorus is necessary to help develop strong bones and teeth, remove toxins through the kidney and provides the body with energy. It also aids in proper digestion and is beneficial for reproductive health.

Although I was aware of its great benefits but Neetu has compliled comprhensive information on it as she usually does,thanks Doctor!

Now I understood why Chinmoy..
always eat corn even in his smiley :laugh: ;)