Description
Corn is a very versatile type of cereal that has several health benefits, such as protecting vision, as it is rich in the antioxidants lutein and zeaxanthin, and improving intestinal health, due to its high fiber content, mainly insoluble fiber.
This cereal can be consumed in a variety of ways, including salads and soups, and can also be used to make cakes and pies, for example.
Health Benefits
Strengthen the immune system, for being rich in carotenoids and vitamins, which helps to increase the body's defenses, thus preventing diseases such as the flu, for example;
Help you lose weight, as it contains fiber that helps increase the feeling of satiety. However, because it is rich in carbohydrates, corn consumption should be part of a healthy and balanced diet;
Reduce cholesterol levels, because it has insoluble fibers which help to reduce the absorption of fat present in food and increase the excretion of bile acids.
Give energy, because it is rich in carbohydrates;
Improve intestinal transit, as its fibers promote the formation of feces and serve as food for the intestinal flora.
Ingredients
Corn
Nutritional Declaration
Average values per 100g:
- Energy: 1855kj / 441kcal
- Lipids: 12 g
- of which saturated: 1.5
- Carbohydrates: 71 g
- of which sugars: 0.8 g
- Fiber: 7.3 g
- Protein: 7.6 g
- Salt: 2 g
Name
Tender fried and salted corn.
Conservation
Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and heat sources.
Origin
Portugal
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