July 19 (Fri): Does corn help with weight loss? Five misconceptions about corn!

Misunderstanding 1

Is corn sweet and high in fat?

 

Corn is sweet, so many people naturally think it has a lot of fat!

According to USDA, corn is actually considered a low-fat food! It is said that a single ear of corn contains only about 1 gram of fat! 😱

It is said that although saturated fats, monounsaturated fats, and polyunsaturated fats are mixed together, more than half of it consists of 'polyunsaturated fats'!

Polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fats are said to be beneficial fats for heart health.

However!!! If you do not eat corn and butter together, it may help your heart health.

 

💢Misunderstanding 2

Does eating corn make you gain weight?

 

The calorie content of one corn cob is about 122 kcal, which is said to be similar to that of an apple!

In fact, a single ear of corn contains nearly 3 grams of fiber, which can also reduce the likelihood of overeating! And there is a type of carbohydrate known as 'resistant starch,' which is a slow-digesting carbohydrate that is not absorbed by the body and helps with weight loss. But it is precisely corn that...

It is said that the content of 'resistant starch' is very high.

Corn that is low in calories and rich in fiber can be very helpful for weight loss when consumed in moderation!

 

💢Misunderstanding 3

Does corn have a high sugar content?

 

A medium-sized ear of corn contains only about 5 grams of sugar! That's roughly one-third of a banana and about one-fifth of a medium-sized apple!!

Corn is composed of 'resistant starch,' which digests slowly, so it doesn't cause a rapid spike in blood sugar after consumption. It also has a high fiber content, so it is partially considered a low-glycemic food! No matter how sweet, since it is a natural sugar rather than an artificial taste like artificial sweeteners, it is completely different from artificial sweeteners made from corn!

 

💢Misunderstanding 4

Is corn not good for your health?

 

It turns out that corn is a food that helps with health!

According to the USDA, corn is full of lutein and zeaxanthin!

These two ingredients are beneficial for your eyesight!

Corn not only helps with weight loss, but its 'insoluble fiber' component provides beneficial bacteria that aid digestion and promote regular bowel movements!

 

Misunderstanding 5

Does cooking corn destroy its nutrients?

 

According to a foreign culinary science paper conducted in 2018 (Food Science and Human Wellness)

Cooking corn can actually increase the absorption rate of nutrients. Additionally, regularly consuming whole grain corn can reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes! It may even improve digestive health and help prevent certain cancers.

Since it's said to be helpful, the benefits of corn are amazing!!

 

Corn!

It was a food that helps not only with weight loss but also with eye health and the prevention of various diseases!!

However, I think it would be good not to eat excessively and to eat in moderation!