Here’s how to get the most from your meals when you incorporate corn.
Yes, you read that correctly.
“Yes, you might eat raw corn,” says Marz.
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“It’s actually quite good for you.”
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Is It OK To Eat Corn Raw?
The only key in of corn you should eat raw is sweet corn.
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Marz advises staying away from field, or dent, corn which has an unpleasant taste.
The corn was juicy and oh-so-sweet and was a great summer treat," says Tiner.
“It’s sometimes even used in ice cream,” she says.
Fresh corn is packed with fiber, and lots of essential vitamins and minerals.
Corn is rich in antioxidants, high in protein, and is gluten-free.
“Corn is a starchy vegetable and is usually omitted in ketogenic diets,” adds Marz.
“But in moderation corn can still be part of a healthful diet.”
Raw corn is very sweet and the juice is almost milky-like without any hints of starchiness.
