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Introduction<\/a><\/li>
Nutritional Value of Sweet Corn<\/a><\/li>
Properties of Sweet Corn<\/a><\/li>
Potential Uses of Sweet Corn for Overall Health<\/a><\/li>
How to Use Sweet Corn?<\/a><\/li>
Side Effects of Sweet Corn<\/a><\/li>
Precautions to Take with Sweet Corn<\/a><\/li>
Interactions with Other Drugs<\/a><\/li>
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><\/li>
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<\/span>Introduction<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nA steaming cup of boiled sweet corn or sweet corn roasted over charcoal seems to be the perfect fit for a long drive on a rainy day. As much as it is delicious, it may be healthy too! Sweet corn is popular worldwide for its unique taste, sweetness, and pleasant flavour. It is hybridised form of maize and is also known as sugar corn. Scientifically, it is called Zeamays (L.) <\/em>var. saccharata<\/em>1<\/a><\/sup>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you are health-conscious, you\u2019ll be happy to know that this tasty vegetable is part of the new age super diet. It is now being widely used in the culinary world for making salads, pizza toppings, making sugar syrups, etc 1<\/a><\/sup>. In the following sections, let\u2019s find out about sweet corn\u2019s potential uses and side effects in detail.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Nutritional Value of Sweet Corn<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The nutrients present in sweet corn and their percentage content are as follows:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Water:<\/strong> 76%<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Carbohydrates:<\/strong> 18.7%<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Proteins:<\/strong> 3.27%<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Fats:<\/strong> 1.35%<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Sugars:<\/strong> 6.26%<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Fibre:<\/strong> 2%<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Potassium:<\/strong> 0.27%<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Sodium:<\/strong> 0.015%<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Magnesium:<\/strong> 0.037%<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Phosphorous:<\/strong> 0.089%<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Calcium:<\/strong> 0.0022%<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Other minerals: iron, zinc, copper, manganese and selenium\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Vitamins: vitamin C, vitamin B1 (thiamine), vitamin B2 (riboflavin), vitamin B3 (niacin), pantothenic acid, vitamin B6, folate and vitamin A 2<\/a><\/sup>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Also Read: Drumstick: Uses, Benefits, Side Effects and More!<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Properties of Sweet Corn<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Sweet corn contains a lot of bioactive components due to which it might have the following properties:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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It might act as an antioxidant (might neutralise free radicals in the body).\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It may help maintain blood sugar.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It may help regulate carbohydrate, lipid and protein metabolism in the body.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It may help in the production of healthy red blood cells.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It might help increase good cholesterol in the blood.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It may promote the betterment of vision ^{1<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n}
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In my experience, sweet corn is a tasty treat to support your nerves, brain, heart, and cholesterol levels. It is packed with B vitamins, including niacin and thiamine. Thiamine might support nerve health and cognitive function, while niacin may reduce the risk of cardiovascular issues and promote good cholesterol 1<\/a><\/sup>.<\/p>\nDr. Smita Barode, B.A.M.S, M.S.<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Potential Uses of Sweet Corn for Overall Health<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Sweet corn may benefit your health in many ways due to the multiple vitamins and minerals that it contains. The potential uses of sweet corn are explained below in detail.\u00a0<\/p>
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