*CORN IS ONE OF THE OLDEST ANNUAL CEREALS KNOWN TO MANKIND. FOUND MENTION THAT CORN WAS DOMESTICATED ALMOST 9 THOUSAND YEARS AGO IN MEXICO. SINCE THEN, CORN HAS BECOME A COMMON FOOD, GROWN IN MANY COUNTRIES, AND USED AS FOOD ALL YEAR ROUND. CORN IS ESPECIALLY POPULAR IN THE COUNTRIES OF SOUTH AND NORTH AMERICA.* *Corn is widely used in cooking in raw, boiled and canned form; corn starch, oil, and flour are obtained from corn grains. The beneficial properties of corn have been appreciated in all countries of the world; this plant is widely used not only in cooking, but also in medicine.* *Corn grains are rich in vitamins: PP, E, D, K, B vitamins (B1, B2), as well as ascorbic acid. Valuable minerals are found on the cobs of this plant: salts of potassium, calcium, phosphorus, iron and magnesium, as well as trace elements: nickel and copper. Corn protein contains essential amino acids: tryptophan and lysine.* *100 g of raw corn contains 2.5 g of fiber, and the same amount of boiled corn contains 2.7 g of fiber, so corn is useful for certain diseases of the gastrointestinal tract. The use of corn helps to normalize the stool for constipation.* *It is useful to consume corn grains, as well as corn bran, which are rich in nutrients with antioxidant properties.* *Regular consumption of corn can reduce the risk of stroke, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease by providing the body with enough dietary fiber, fiber, potassium, magnesium, phosphorus, vitamin E, and other metabolic-boosting nutrients found in corn. This results in improved human health and strengthening of the immune system.* *Corn in various forms is recommended to be included in the children's diet, and in the composition of various diets, as it supplies the body with essential trace elements and vitamins.* *The firming and nourishing effects of corn are especially beneficial for older people: in particular, this natural food can help prevent muscular dystrophy. In addition, the B vitamins contained in corn have a positive effect on the functions of the central nervous system.* *Due to diuretic properties, corn (in particular, its stigmas) has a good decongestant effect, incl. during pregnancy, and can also relieve joint pain in arthritis and osteoarthritis.* *Interestingly, canned corn retains almost all the useful qualities of a fresh product. So if you want to take advantage of the beneficial properties of corn, add these beautiful golden grains to your dishes: salads, vegetable casseroles, cereals, pies and so on. Remember that with the help of this wonderful cereal, you can strengthen your health and improve well-being.* *Regular consumption of corn can reduce the risk of stroke, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease by providing the body with enough dietary fiber, fiber, potassium, magnesium, phosphorus, vitamin E, and other metabolic-boosting nutrients found in corn.*