Eating of green plants, is one of the major sources of nutrients to the human body which helps to prevent certain dieseas from occurring or taking place in the body. Eating of green plants such as:-grain,e.g maize 🌽, rice, cereal e.gbeans,soya beans,fruits e.gmango,cashew,straberry etc has rich nutrients which the human body needs to function properly. Today we shall be taking a proper look at one of them which is "Maize".

Maize :-corn; a type of grain of the species of zea mays

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SOURCE OF FIBERS

fibers help the human body in different ways e.g

i. By helping to reduce cholesterol

ii. Making digestion system more efficiently

Corn provide healthy and good amount of fibers when eaten on the contest, or as in form of popcorn 🍿. Corn eating provides 7grams of fibers per 100grams of serving and fibers help prevent constipation and low cholesterol level.

HEALTHY EYES

it's a secret that food is ultimate medicine that can keep the heart and other systems /organs of the body going. Corn contains carotenoid-lutein and zeaxanthin, which helps the human 👀 eyes. They are often called 'Macular pigments' that are present in the retina to prevent any damage that may be caused by free radical cells.

PREVENTS DIVERTICULAR DISEASE

This is a type of disease that affects the human body. Observation about 47,228 men shows that benefits from consuming popcorn to prevent the symptoms of the disease from developing.

ANEMIA PREVENTION

This disease is most common among the woman, Anemia can develop as a result or difficiency of vitamins and minerals such as :-iron in the body. The body needs iron and folate to form new blood cells. Corn has been observed to be a good source of iron.

CANCER PREVENTION

This is one of the most deadliest diseases the human race is yet to overcome. Research has shown that fruits taking and reduction in the intake of sugar can help tamed end such ailments. Antioxidants in diet can help prevent cancer. Antioxidants help to fight free radicals cells and prevent oxidative damage to the body. Corn contains carotenoid and antioxidants that help prevent the eyes and skin from oxidative damage. Cook maize contains more antioxidants in it.

WEIGHT LOSS

This is a challenge face by many lady who found themselves fat, as a result of eating much fatty food must ladies love when they are slim with well curve shape.

Starvation does not help in weight loss. To loss weight eating right diet food is necessary, corn is also a perfect snacks for this. Popcorn without salt will go a long way.

BIO ACTIVE PLANT COMPOUND

Corn contains anthocyanins, phytic acid, ferulic acid, zeaxanthin and lutein. This enzymes are of enomors benefits, they help prevent multiple health benefits.

GLUTEN

Many people suffer from gluten intolerance as a reaction to the enzyme, but corn and corn flour is a good option as it is naturally gluten free.

SOURCE OF ENERGY

Corn contain high amounts of carbohydrates which the body needs and mind to function properly. It's a complex carbohydrates that takes time to get digested.

DIABETES MANAGEMENT

This is observed to help non-insulin dependents diabetes. This organic kind is best as it retain must of it nutrients and is free of harmful element such as pesticides.

PREVENT HYPERTENSION

Corn contains phenolic petrochemical that help to regulate blood pressure and prevent hypertension.

MANGANESE RICH

It has a good amount of manganese per serving. This help to keep the body sugar level in check. It also help fuel the body breaking down of complex carbohydrates.