Corns are not only great summertime food, they also contain high nutritional values that go well along with the sizzling weather of this season. They grow in “ears” that is enclosed by rows of kernels that are further covered by silk-like threads—known as corn silk. Corn husks, meanwhile, are usually light yellow in color or light green.

Kernels are usually boiled, roasted or steamed and served with butter and salt.

Here are the health benefits of 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.
* 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.

Other nutritional values of corns are its content of carbohydrates, calcium, dietary fiber, fat, folate, iron, magnesium, niacin, phosphorous, potassium, protein, sugars, vitamin A, vitamin B, vitamin C and energy.