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Article: Corn is good for you; Corn is not only a tasty treat, but also a cereal that provides a lot of health benefits.(Health Care * Nutritious Food)
- Article from:
- Latino Leaders
- Article date:
- April 1, 2004
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Corn is a complex carbohydrate and a source of vitamin C and fiber, so it is more nutritious and lower in fat than white flour. Corn tortillas do not contain gluten, which makes them a great alternative to bread for those people with gluten intolerance. Besides, corn allergy is extremely rare. Corn bran is a heart protector because it helps lower the levels of triglycerides and blood fats, which are highly responsible for heart disease. The soluble fibers in corn bind with cholesterol in bile from the liver. It then leaves the body, taking cholesterol with it. Scientific research has determined that corn is a very good aid to prevent iron-deficiency anemia because it ...