10 Key Nutritional Benefits of Corn You Should Know
10. Corn Husks and Corn Silk
Cooks use corn husks to wrap foods before grilling or for making tamales, but they are not edible and provide no known nutritional value. They do add a touch of corn flavor. The corn silk, the plant’s yellowish, thread-like strands, grows out of the top of the corn husk. It is an herbal ingredient for a safe and non-toxic antidepressant, an effective diuretic, and a treatment for urinary tract issues.
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