Corn is a highly prized food since ancient times, and it stands out for its richness in carbohydrates and rich in starch, making it easily digestible hydrate especially for children who consume and those who practice sports.
Accordingly to the presence of starch and carbohydrates is a highly satiating food that can calm the hunger for a long time without having to resort to other fat-rich nutrients that are not so healthy, so it is also beneficial in those consuming diets moderately to lose weight.
Your meal is very good especially when there is an intolerance to gluten, and is beneficial for those people with magnesium deficiency.
The corn silk or stigmas are used in infusions to lower blood pressure, prevent fluid retention, and when it is necessary to increase urination.
It is a food rich in vitamin B7, or biotin, which helps the absorption of proteins that collaborate with the health of hair and skin, the content of niacin improves blood circulation by reducing blood pressure and folic acid on it is excellent partner that prevents heart attacks, and working with pregnant women for the proper formation of the fetus and prevention of spina bifida.