13/12/2024
What is corn silk?
The thread growing from fresh corn on the cob is often discarded and never thought of again. But that thread, known as corn silk, can be of use. Research has shown that corn silk has many nutrients and other health benefits. The silk is edible, with simple nutrients, and can provide a bountiful amount of vitamins c, k, potassium, and more.
Corn silk is wispy and gold, and most people usually just toss the tiny, delicate strands. But, they can be brewed into corn silk tea. It is believed that the Aztecs and Mayans originally used this tea. For over 6000 years, evidence shows this tea being used for medicinal purposes.
How is corn silk used?
In Asia, corn silk has traditionally been used as an herb. Native Americans used it for disease treatments. In modern times, you can find it used in traditional medicine in areas of the US, France, and Turkey. It can potentially provide major antioxidant benefits and function as a diuretic. Some claim it helps with energy, and some claim antidepressant properties. It can be taken as edible supplements or steeped as tea. But ultimately it is used for its antihyperlipidemic, antidiabetic, and antioxidant effects.
Seven health Benefits Includes:
- High Blood Pressure Treatment
- Diabetes Treatment
- Lower Cholesterol
- Helps with inflammation
- Antioxidant benefits
- Eye pressure relief
- Urinary system benefits
Does corn silk have side effects?
Since herbal supplements are not regulated in the US, your use of corn silk products should be approached with caution. You should not use corn silk supplementation if you are allergic to corn or corn products. No major reported side effects have been reported, but if you are allergic to corn silk, you could experience typical allergic reactions like itchiness or rashes. If you are taking prescription diuretics, it can increase the effects. As with any supplementation, please check with your doctor when beginning any new medical treatments.
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