Selenium and magnesium contained in corn have anti-cancer and anticancer effects: selenium combined with vitamin E can prevent more than ten kinds of cancers, especially the most common breast cancer and rectal cancer. In addition, selenium can also regulate the work of thyroid and prevent cataracts. On the one hand, magnesium can inhibit the development of cancer cells, on the other hand, it can strengthen the peristalsis of intestinal wall and promote the excretion of waste in the body, which is also of great significance for cancer prevention. It contains a longevity factor-glutathione, which produces glutathione oxidase with the participation of selenium, and has the functions of restoring youth and delaying aging.
Corn germ and pollen contain a lot of vitamin C and vitamin E, which can promote cell division, enhance metabolism, lower serum cholesterol, regulate nerve and endocrine functions, enrich subcutaneous tissue, make skin cells elastic and shiny, prevent skin lesions, and have anti-wrinkle effect on skin, making skin tender and tender.
Lutein and zeaxanthin contained in corn can prevent the occurrence of age-related macular degeneration, and high intake of lutein and zeaxanthin can reduce the probability of age-related macular degeneration, which is an excellent food to fight eye aging.
Corn contains more glutamic acid, which has the function of strengthening the brain. Can help and promote brain cells to breathe. In the process of physiological activities, it can remove waste in the body and help eliminate ammonia in brain tissue, so regular consumption can strengthen the brain.
Corn is rich in carotene and nicotinic acid. Carotene contained in corn can be converted into vitamin A after being absorbed by human body; Corn also contains nicotinic acid, which is much higher than rice. Nicotinic acid plays an important role in the metabolism of protein, fat and sugar, which can help us maintain the normal functions of eye vision, nervous system, digestive system and skin. Zeaxanthin contained in corn can prevent age-related macular degeneration. Carotene and lutein contained in corn have a good effect on protecting eyes and eyesight.
Natural vitamin E rich in corn has the functions of protecting skin, promoting blood circulation, lowering cholesterol, preventing skin lesions, delaying aging, reducing arteriosclerosis and brain function decline. In spring, eating more corn to improve eyesight can promote the metabolism of skin cells, help cell regeneration, reduce wrinkles, and make skin tender and younger.