Corn Meal
Corn meal is a type of flour made from ground corn kernels. It is commonly used in cooking and baking, particularly in dishes such as cornbread, polenta, and tortillas. Corn meal is a good source of nutrients such as carbohydrates, fiber, protein, vitamins, and minerals. It also contains bioactive plant compounds such as ferulic acid, lutein, and zeaxanthin.
Benefits of Corn Meal
Several studies have shown that whole grain-derived products like corn meal may help in the case of type 2 diabetes. Corn and cornmeal have been found to improve cardiovascular health and lower cholesterol levels. Corn also contains peptides that have been found to exhibit antihypertensive, hepatoprotective, anti-obesity, antimicrobial, antioxidative and mineral-binding effects. Additionally, corn has been a staple crop for many years and provides important calories to millions of people every year.
Case Studies Regarding the Benefits of Corn Meal
Research has shown that a high ratio of γ-tocopherol in corn oil has health benefits such as a protection effect against DNA damage, blood pressure, platelet.
There is no specific recommended dosage for corn meal. However, it is important to consume it correctly to avoid adverse effects on your health. Corn meal can have several adverse effects on your health if you do not consume it correctly. Besides its allergic reactions, it can potentially impair your absorption of dietary minerals such as iron and zinc from the same meal due to the presence of phytic acid (phytate).
Sources:
- https://www.healthifyme.com/blog/cornmeal/
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2967247/
- https://www.verywellfit.com/cornmeal-nutrition-facts-and-health-benefits-2241586
- https://draxe.com/nutrition/nutritional-value-of-corn/
- https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/foods/corn
- https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/food-science/corn-meal
