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What is the efficacy and function of corn?
Tanida Meng (advocate of natural cereal food) replied:

Corn is a common food crop with high nutritional value and medicinal value. The following are the effects and functions of corn:

Lowering blood sugar and cholesterol: Dietary fiber in corn helps to control cholesterol and blood sugar levels and prevent cardiovascular diseases.

Promote the health of digestive tract: Phytochemicals in corn can protect gastrointestinal mucosa, relieve gastrointestinal inflammation and promote the normal operation of digestive system.

Reduce the occurrence of eye diseases: corn is rich in lutein and zeaxanthin. These two antioxidants can reduce the possibility of damage to retina caused by toxins, thus protecting eyes from external damage.

Promote skin health: Vitamins C and E, B vitamins and zinc in corn can stimulate the production of collagen, making skin elastic and soft.

Increase energy and physical strength: Corn is rich in carbohydrates and protein, which is an ideal energy source. At the same time, corn contains a lot of vitamins B 1, B5 and mineral iron, which can promote metabolism and enhance the anti-fatigue ability of human body.

Help relieve stress: Corn is rich in magnesium, which can help the body keep balance and relieve anxiety and depression.

To sum up, corn has many functions and functions. Besides the above examples, corn can also be used to prevent and treat other diseases, such as bronchitis, arthritis and anemia. At the same time, corn, as a kind of food, is not only delicious, but also nutritious and deeply loved by consumers.

The above content was answered by Gu Tianmeng, an advocate of natural cereal food, hoping to help everyone.