Calorie content and chemical composition
The nutritional value of the cereal is surprising, because it contains over 20 different chemical elements and nutrients, which, even after thermal treatment, do not lose all their beneficial properties.
Did you know? Corn has a valuable quality - the ability to not accumulate harmful chemicals in its grains, even if the soil on which it grew was generously fertilized with chemicals.
Calorie content | 96 kcal |
Nutrients | |
Squirrels | 3.35 g |
Fats | 1.40 g |
Carbohydrates | 21.7 g |
Food fiber | 2.9 g |
Water | 82.83 g |
Ash | 0.8 g |
Vita | |
β-carotene | 0.001 mg |
VitaV1 | 0.08 mg |
VitaV2 | 0.052 mg |
VitaV4 | 29.0 mg |
VitaV5 | 0.750 mg |
VitaV6 | 0.126 mg |
VitaV9 | 20 mcg |
VitaS | 6.1 mg |
VitaE | 0.08 mg |
VitaK | 0.4 mcg |
VitaRR | 1.667 mg |
Microelements | |
Iron | 0.56 mg |
Copper | 58 mcg |
Manganese | 0.213 mg |
Zinc | 0.55 mg |
Selenium | 0.9 mcg |
Macronutrients | |
Potassium | 250 mg |
Calcium | 2.5 mg |
Sodium | 252 mg |
Phosphorus | 93 mg |
Magnesium | 30 mg |
Digestible carbohydrates | |
Dextrins and starch | 4.48 g |
Sugars (mono- and disaccharides) | 7.74 g |
Glucose | 0.8 g |
Fructose | 1.01 g |
Sucrose | 6.01 g |
Fatty acid | |
Omega 3 fatty acids | 0.019 g |
Omega 6 fatty acids | 0.587 g |
As can be seen from the table, the caloric content of canned corn is quite low, so it can be used sparingly in various diets for a healthy person.
In addition to proteins, fats and carbohydrates, it contains a large number of microelements that have beneficial properties for the body.
Vita (per 100 g):
- VitaA – 3.3 mcg;
- ß-carotene – 0.02 mg;
- niacin – 0.95 mg;
- thia(B1) – 0.02 mg;
- riboflavin (B2) – 0.05 mg;
- ascorbic acid – 4.8 mg;
- VitaRR – 1 mg.
Macroelements (per 100 g):
- calcium – 42 mg;
- magnesium – 103 mg;
- sodium – 40 mg;
- phosphorus – 301 mg;
- potassium – 285 mg;
- chlorine – 45 mg;
- sulfur – 100 mg.
Microelements (per 100 g):
- iron – 4 mg;
- zinc – 1650 mcg;
- iodine – 5 mcg;
- copper – 300 mcg;
- fluoride – 67 mcg;
- tin – 30 mcg;
- alu – 465 mcg.
Carbohydrates that are absorbed by the body (per 100 g):
- starch – 9.3 g;
- sucrose – 1.9 g.
Since the carbohydrate content in 100 grams of the product is about 14.4, the energy value can be calculated - 74% of the total amount of energy. The calorie content of the dish is 68 kcal per 100 grams.
Nutritional properties:
- proteins – 2.3 g;
- fats – 1.22 g;
- carbohydrates – 14.4 g;
- water – 82 g;
- ash – 0.75 g;
- dietary fiber – 2.1 g;
- choline – 70 mg.
Important! Canned boiled corn has a calorie content of 119 kcal per 100 g. Raw corn has a calorie content of 58 kcal per 100 g.
Composition and properties of boiled corn
100 g of boiled corn contains:
- calories - 96 kcal;
- fats - 1.50 g (cholesterol - 0.0 mg);
- proteins - 3.41 g;
- carbohydrates - 20.98 g (including: sugar - 4.5 g, fiber - 2.4 g, starch - 7.2 g);
- saturated fatty acids - 0.6 g;
- monounsaturated fatty acids - 1.12 g;
- vitamin A - 13.0 mcg;
- beta-carotene - 66.0 mcg;
- alpha-carotene - 23.0 mcg;
- vitamin E - 0.1 mg;
- vitamin K - 0.4 mcg;
- vitamin C - 5.5 mg;
- vitamin B1 - 0.1 mg;
- vitamin B2 - 0.1 mg;
- vitamin B3 - 1.7 mg;
- vitamin B4 - 29.1 mg;
- vitamin B5 - 0.8 mg;
- vitamin B6 - 0.1 mg;
- vitamin B9 - 23.0 mcg;
- calcium - 3.0 mg;
- iron - 0.5 mg;
- magnesium - 26.0 mg;
- phosphorus - 77.0 mg;
- potassium - 218.0 mg;
- sodium - 1.0 mg;
- zinc - 0.6 mg;
- manganese - 0.2 mg;
- selenium - 0.2 mcg.
Corn contains amino acids necessary for the body to function properly. Fatty acids are useful in the prevention of atherosclerosis.
The vitamin composition of this cereal is also rich. Maize provides the daily requirement of vitamins A, E, H, C and PP, and contains almost all B vitamins. These vitamins are involved in the metabolism of proteins, fats and carbohydrates, and contribute to the removal of cholesterol. In addition, they participate in the activity of the nervous, cardiovascular and digestive systems, normalize the functioning of the liver and kidneys.
The amino acids contained in corn help keep the skin fresh and slow down the aging process. Corn is able to stabilize the hormonal state of the body, so it is recommended to be consumed during adolescence and menopause.
The abundance of fiber in cobs improves intestinal function and also helps to effectively cleanse the body of accumulated toxins.
Benefits and harms for losing weight
Those who want to lose extra pounds should pay attention to the following features of corn:
- The grains contain glutamic acid, due to which fat is broken down and burned more intensively.
- Corn contains slow carbohydrates. They break down gradually, so the feeling of fullness after eating lasts a long time.
- The abundance of fiber improves intestinal motility and stimulates digestion.
- A complex of specific enzymes, the production of which is promoted by this cereal, accelerates the process of losing weight.
- Corn is hypoallergenic because it does not contain gluten.
- This cereal contains proteins involved in the formation of muscle tissue. Thus, the maize diet can be combined with physical activity.
- This product has no age restrictions.
- The products included in the diet menu are available all year round and are inexpensive.
The benefits of corn in the diet are undeniable, but it also has a number of disadvantages that, under certain conditions, can cause inconvenience..
Of these, it is worth highlighting the following:
- The menu for the maize diet is quite monotonous.
- The products contain small amounts of fats with polysaccharides.
- This cereal is not recommended to be combined with proteins.
- Diarrhea may occur during the diet.
- Diet can provoke or aggravate hidden disorders in the gastrointestinal tract.
What are the benefits of canned corn?
Corn supports oxidation and cell growth, strengthens the heart, maintains the correct level of hormones, strengthens the immune system, has a positive effect on reproductive activity in women, increases potency, and supports metabolism. It contains the so-called Vita Beauty, which has a positive effect on the skin, nails and hair. Yellow grains also improve brain performance, strengthen the nervous system and muscles, and improve the condition of fibrous tissues.
Canned corn
For children, both preschool and school age and adolescence, corn is a source of energy, as well as a supply of substances necessary for healthy physical and mental development. For adults and older people, corn helps maintain physical fitness and overall vitality.
Canned corn even has a number of advantages over freshly cooked corn. For example, it does not cause bloating at all. Moreover, it is useful to eat it when these symptoms bother you or when you are constipated. It acts as a mild laxative, improving intestinal motility and at the same time cleansing the liver.
- VitaB;
- Magnesium;
- Manganese;
- Selenium;
- Cellulose;
- Zinc;
- Iron.
Corn from a jar is also useful for losing weight. Unlike fresh, it contains few calories, helps to calm the raging appetite and cravings for sweets and starchy foods. When on a diet, corn can be added to vegetable salads, rice or stewed vegetables.
Who is canned corn harmful for?
- Harmful in cases of high blood clotting, as well as in thrombosis.
- Not recommended for exacerbation of gastric ulcers.
- Do not overuse if you have dystrophy or lack of muscle mass.
Considering the above impressive composition of vitamins and various elements in corn will help to evaluate all the benefits of the crop for human health. By adding this cereal to the menu, you can significantly improve your well-being. Starch extracted from maize has a positive effect on the synthesis of muscle fibers. For this reason, it is recommended for use by people on a sports diet.
Did you know? Corn can only grow from seeds. But a whole cob that falls to the ground will rot, which is why this plant is not found in the wild.
- Benefits for humans from eating corn:
- normalization of sugar levels in the bloodstream;
- helps get rid of bloating;
- has choleretic properties;
- has a diuretic effect;
- eliminates swelling;
- normalizes the functioning of the heart and blood vessels;
- reduces bad cholesterol;
- eliminates atherosclerotic plaques;
- normalizes metabolic processes;
- calms the nervous system;
- helps with pyelonephritis;
- maintains hemoglobin levels in case of anemia;
- eliminates mental fatigue and nervous exhaustion;
- relieves attacks of nausea;
- eliminates the negative consequences of alcohol consumption;
- normalizes fat metabolism;
- indicated for epilepsy and gout;
- helps with dieting for weight loss.
You can eat corn for breakfast, lunch and dinner for no more than 3-4 days during special diets for quick weight loss. This routine is not suitable for a daily diet. It is better to allocate one separate meal for eating cereal, for example, the first snack at 11:00.
For breakfast
Morning is the optimal time to eat corn. Cereals will fill you with energy and satisfy your hunger for a long time. The grains are added to omelettes, oatmeal, cabbage, pea and herb salads.
Baking is also made from corn flour, which does not interfere with weight loss. You can eat canned corn from a jar. The norm for breakfast is 2 tbsp.
Corn is a difficult product to digest and can cause bloating, so it is better to eat lighter meals at night. If a diet for weight loss requires the inclusion of grains in the evening menu, then preference should be given to boiled cob.
Corn goes well with chicken breast, buckwheat porridge, and stewed vegetables. The optimal time for dinner is 4 hours before bedtime.
First of all, maize is a low-calorie, but nutritious food that contains many beneficial acids and vitamins.
It has proven itself as a healthy dish for weight loss diets and among athletes seeking to gain muscle mass. A sufficient amount of protein makes corn an excellent dish in a vegetarian menu, which has many beneficial properties.
Also, the benefits of canned corn for the body are as follows:
- improvement of skin condition, whitening;
- normalization of the cardiac, nervous and digestive systems;
- reducing the risk of sclerosis and metastases;
- increasing immunity;
- slowing down the aging process;
- stress management;
- improving memory, normalizing sleep.
The properties of maize are used to treat diseases of the liver, kidneys and urinary system. It is also well suited for cosmetology applications, for example for masks.
Warning! It is used mainly in boiled or raw form for greater benefits and effectiveness.
For women and men
In women, consuming canned corn helps reduce harmful pain during menstruation and menopause.
In men, it helps to increase and maintain potency.
It also has diuretic properties, which allows you to remove harmful cholesterol from the body.
For the elderly
Elderly people are recommended to consume corn to prevent sclerosis and joint diseases. The main health benefits of canned corn are supporting immunity, metabolism and removing harmful toxins and waste from the body.
During pregnancy, you should limit yourself to exotic and difficult-to-stomach foods that can cause harm. However, maize, on the contrary, is very useful for the body. If there is no allergy or prohibition from a doctor, then consumption is allowed in moderation and is beneficial.
Advice! Due to its properties, corn is a good helper for swelling, toxicosis and general weakness of the body during gestation.
Canned corn is not prohibited for a nursing mother, but you should start eating it, like any other dish, with caution so as not to harm the baby. It increases lactation and improves the quality and beneficial properties of milk.
Attention! Corn should be introduced into the diet no earlier than six months after the start of feeding, since a large amount of fiber will be stressful for the baby’s stomach, which can cause harm to the digestive system.
Having diabetes means constantly following a diet and monitoring blood sugar levels. Despite the fact that canned corn is sweet, its consumption in diabetes is allowed in limited quantities. So it will do more good than harm. The product tends to be digested over a long period of time, which contributes to a long-term feeling of fullness.
Important! To ensure minimal harm, be sure to consult your doctor before use.
Gastritis is inflammation of the walls of the stomach and their thinning. In the presence of this disease, the stomach reacts painfully to harmful spicy, salty, fatty foods. Corn consumption should be limited or not consumed at all.
Pancreatitis is inflammation of the pancreas. Every canned product consumed can cause harm and provoke an attack. Therefore, corn in cans is strictly contraindicated.
Options for using corn for those who want to lose weight
Diets for weight loss are created on the basis of boiled or canned corn, dishes made from corn flour and stigmas that entwine the columns of grains on the cob.
Losing weight on boiled corn
With the help of a short diet, women lose an average of 5-6 kg in 96 hours. You cannot freeze cereal for the winter and use it for weight loss using the proposed method; only fresh cobs will do. Principles by which you need to create a menu:
- in the first 2 days you need to eat 400 g of boiled corn, in the 3-4 days - 200 g;
- meals should be fractional: you need to eat 5 times a day in equal portions;
- The grain is eaten on the cob or added to a salad. Only olive and sunflower oil are allowed as a dressing;
- Vegetables you can eat are raw carrots, tomatoes, yellow peppers, cucumbers;
- fresh greens and fruits (with the exception of sour apples, bananas and grapes) are allowed in unlimited quantities;
- You are allowed to eat 150-200 g of stewed mushrooms with carrots and onions once;
- You can drink 200 ml of kefir once;
- spices are kept to a minimum;
- The recommended amount of water consumption is 2 or more liters per day.
Corn grains saturate the body well and satisfy hunger, so changing the diet usually does not cause discomfort. Side effects include minor bloating, loose stools, and increased gas production.
Losing weight on corn porridge
Step-by-step description of a diet lasting 4 days:
- First day menu: 400 grams of porridge, 1 tomato, 1 cucumber and 1 apple. You need to drink >2 liters of liquid.
- The same diet as on day 1.
- The amount of porridge does not change, but an additional salad is prepared from 150 g of carrots, 150 g of white cabbage. For dressing, use vegetable oil and fresh lemon or lime juice. In addition to 2 liters of water, you are allowed to brew 800 ml of green tea. Sugar cannot be added.
- The menu of the previous day is repeated.
Canned corn diet
For quick weight loss, homemade canned food is best suited. Purchased corn should be taken with a minimum calorie content without additional additives.
Menu for weight loss for 4 days:
- On the first day, 1 can of canned corn is eaten in 4 equal meals. Additionally, a carrot-apple mixture is allowed.
- Repeat from the previous day + stewed mushrooms for lunch and 1 kiwi for afternoon snack. Products to which you are allergic can be replaced: an orange will do instead of kiwi.
- In 3-4 days, ½ jar is eaten. The quantity of other products remains the same.
Immediately after finishing the diet, you should not suddenly load your stomach with junk food. In the next 2-3 days, it is recommended to eat boiled chicken, buckwheat, wheat porridge, rice, stewed beans, and boiled eggs.
Weight loss salad with corn
For lovers of light salads, the following dietary recipe is suitable, which will help you not gain weight:
- Place the canned corn in a sieve or colander to drain the brine. Quantity – 150 g.
- 1 green apple, peeled and thinly sliced.
- Chop ½ head of Chinese cabbage.
- Mix all prepared ingredients, add pea sprouts.
- Add salt to taste and sprinkle with lemon juice.
- Season with any cold-pressed vegetable oil. Olive, pumpkin or flaxseed are better suited.
The dish has a minimum of calories and enough vitamins and fiber. The recipe is suitable for women who are suitable for the Kremlin diet. If you need to fill a protein deficiency, you can add crab sticks. Another version of the dietary salad is presented in the video.
Raw corn kernels for weight loss
For a three-day diet, young, white and ripe cobs are taken. Basic principles:
- In the morning and evening you need to eat 100 g of grains that have not undergone heat treatment. Do not add butter or salt.
- During the day you should limit yourself to a fruit salad: kiwi, orange and sour apple.
- For dinner, you are additionally allowed to drink 200 ml of kefir or unsweetened yogurt.
- As for drinks, it is permissible to drink weak tea, rosehip decoction with the addition of mint leaves. Since sugar is prohibited, you can sweeten it with sweeteners, for example, honey or stevia.
- Be sure to drink 2 liters of water per day.
The result will not be long in coming - in 3 days you can lose 2-3 kg. Repeated passage is allowed after 3-4 months.
On a diet table number 5
Dietary food table number 5, aimed at reducing the load on the liver, pancreas and gall bladder, completely excludes corn from the menu. The prohibition is due to the severity of food.
On the Dukan diet
Weight loss according to Dukan prohibits the consumption of corn at all stages from Attack to Consolidation.
On the Maggi diet
On the Maggi low-carb diet for weight loss, the consumption of grains is prohibited, so corn is completely excluded from the diet.
The benefits and harms of corn
It is important to understand that consuming maize grains in any form can cause allergic reactions. Also, if there is an individual intolerance to this cereal or there is a tendency to an allergic reaction to vegetables, it is necessary to exclude from the diet dishes containing the described cereal in its composition. Even a healthy person should not abuse this product.
- Abuse of maize grains can lead to the following negative consequences:
- the product in large quantities can cause bloating, flatulence, and diarrhea;
- Canned corn grains, when consumed indefinitely, cause exacerbations of stomach and duodenal ulcers;
- Corn contains substances that increase blood clotting, so people suffering from thrombophlebitis or vein thrombosis should not eat dishes prepared with the described cereal;
- Canned corn contains a large amount of starch, so processing it creates an additional load on the pancreas, therefore, in case of pancreatitis, the product is not allowed for consumption.
In addition to its benefits, maize, like any food product, has harmful properties and contraindications:
- Problems with the gastrointestinal tract: ulcers, gastritis, pancreatitis and others.
- Obesity, blood clots, problems with hematopoiesis.
- Allergic reactions to the product.
- Children's age up to 2.5–3 years. Excessive consumption is harmful to health.
- Anorexia. Corn reduces appetite and suppresses hunger, which in this case will not be beneficial, but will lead to additional weight loss.
Corn is a healthy product, rich in dietary fiber, which normalizes the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract. Grains saturate the body with tocopherol, retinol, B vitamins and nicotinic acid, as well as the following micro- and macroelements:
- phosphorus;
- magnesium;
- iron;
- selenium;
- manganese.
Benefit | Harm |
Quickly satisfies hunger due to the high content of starch and polysaccharides. | If consumed excessively, it increases blood density and provokes thrombosis with inflammation of the vein walls. |
Cleanses the body of toxic and carcinogenic substances. | |
Reduces the likelihood of developing heart and vascular diseases. | Coarse dietary fiber is difficult to digest, so the product should not be eaten if you have problems with the gastrointestinal tract |
It accelerates intestinal peristalsis, so the cereal can be used as a natural purgative. | |
Triggers joint regeneration. | It provokes additional stress on the pancreas, therefore it is contraindicated for pancreatitis. |
Normalizes metabolic processes and leads to weight loss. |
Is it possible to eat boiled corn on a diet?
This issue gives rise to controversy, but most nutritionists confidently classify corn as a dietary product and recommend a maize diet.
This kind of diet is tolerated without severe discomfort for a person and is gentle. Moreover, with its help you can lose about 4-5 kg per week. Such figures quite convincingly demonstrate the effectiveness of the corn diet.
Maize grain contains a complex of fats, proteins and carbohydrates, macro- and microelements and vitamins. Corn contains almost all the substances necessary for the normal functioning of the body. Thanks to the unique composition of this cereal, the maize diet is balanced and easily tolerated. It is suitable for both strict and gentle diets.
Important! Opponents of corn talk about its calorie content. It's true - 100 g of corn contains about 340 kcal. But do not forget that this figure refers to dry grain. When boiled or canned, the energy value of this cereal ranges from 90 to 110 kcal.
There are several ways to lose weight using corn. The most popular are fasting days. This is a simple and quick type of diet. It is useful not only for those losing weight, but also for those who want to cleanse the body.
Of the more time-consuming methods, as a rule, they resort to three-day, four-day and week-long diets. Such diets can be both gentle and strict. In the absence of contraindications, a mono-diet is allowed and can be combined with physical activity. This will make the weight loss process even more effective.
The two-week diet is considered the most difficult. It requires attitude and self-discipline. It is quite difficult to withstand it. Therefore, for most people, a loose diet with the addition of other foods is more preferable.
Corn overnight
An important question: is it possible to eat corn at night? Nutritionists do not recommend eating this way. The fact is that at night the human body, and in particular the digestive system, rests. Metabolic processes slow down at this time, so it is better not to consume a product high in complex carbohydrates and coarse plant fiber. This will create extra stress on the digestive tract and ruin your sleep.
Before going to bed, it is better to limit yourself to lighter foods, such as yogurt, kefir or cottage cheese. Boiled or steamed vegetables are also recommended for dinner: carrots, beets, cabbage. It is better to have dinner 3-4 hours before bedtime.
Important! If during the diet you feel a loss of strength, malaise, or have problems with the gastrointestinal tract, immediately contact a specialist.
Should I give it to children?
It is not recommended to give canned food to a child under 2.5–3 years old. Before introducing it into your diet for the first time, you should consult your doctor. Corn provides a large amount of useful energy and improves the functioning of all body systems.
In addition, a pleasant taste will reinforce a good impression of the dish.
Kids usually really like both fresh and canned corn! But its benefits and harms for children raise even more questions. Cereals are allowed to be introduced into a child’s menu no earlier than 2-3 years of age. Moreover, you can give a very small portion. If no adverse reactions are noted, a canned product can also be offered.
Its potential benefit for the child may be that the body will receive an impressive boost of energy, because it is a slow carbohydrate. The advantages include the excellent taste of such food.
The harm for small eaters is the same as for adults, but the dangerous consequences from consuming a low-quality or spoiled product can be more tragic and severe, so still limit its presence in the children's diet and carefully study the labels on the can.
Beneficial features
A person who has set himself the goal of losing excess weight must carefully consider his diet. It must contain products containing all the vital substances to maintain the normal functioning of the body.
In addition to intraspecific classification, according to the difference in nutritional value and calorie content, corn can be divided into boiled and canned.
Thus, the calorie content of boiled corn is 96 kilocalories, and canned corn is 56 kilocalories.
Type by cooking method | Nutritional value 100 g | Vitamins, micro- and macroelements |
Boiled |
3.41 g – Proteins. 20.98 g – Carbohydrates. 1.5 g – Fats. 2.4 g – Dietary fiber. 73.41 g – Water. 0.71 g – Ash. | 2.07 mg - Vitamin PP. 0.06 mg ‒ Vitamin B2. 0.79 mg ‒ Vitamin B5. 0.14 mg – Vitamin B6. 5.5 mg - Vitamin C. 0.4 mcg - Vitamin K. 0.09 mg - Vitamin E. 13 mcg - Vitamin A. 0.62 mg - Zinc. 0.2 µg – Selenium. 0.45 mg – Iron. 77 mg – Phosphorus. 218 mg – Potassium. 1 mg – Sodium. 3 mg – Calcium. 26 mg – Magnesium. 0.17 mg – Manganese. 0.05 mg – Copper. | |
Canned | 2.2 g – Proteins. 11.2 g – Carbohydrates. 0.4 g – Fats. 0.5 g – Dietary fiber. 87 g – Water. 1.9 g - Mono- and disaccharides. 9.3 g - Starch. 1.4 g – Ash. | 0.95 mg ‒ Vitamin PP. 0.02 mg – Beta-carotene. 3.3 mg - Vitamin A. 0.02 mg - Vitamin B1. 0.05 mg – Vitamin B2. 4.8 mg – Vitamin C. 41 mg – Phosphorus. 400 mg – Sodium. 42 mg – Calcium. 13 mg – Magnesium. Interesting fact! Corn is a cereal product, during heat treatment of which 80% of all nutrients are retained. |
Use in cooking
For healthy people, canned corn in small quantities is recommended by nutritionists. It is suitable for daily menu planning as it contains a rich source of vitamins, Omega-3 fatty acids and rals. Its grains can perfectly saturate without accumulating excess fat, so the cereal is recommended for consumption at any time of the year.
It is introduced into the diet in different ways in the form of:
- salads;
- snacks;
- baking;
- casseroles;
- hot first and second courses;
- homemade pizza.
- verrines (multi-layer, portioned snacks in glasses);
- aspic from various types of seafood;
- corn chowder;
- soups based on chicken meat with the addition of vegetables;
- peppers stuffed with rice, corn and vegetables;
- cheese pizza with corn kernels;
- salads (“Basket”, “New Year’s Tree”, “March 8”, “Sunflower”, “Shanghai”, “Ai-Petri”, from crab sticks with various recipes, with mussels, etc.).
Did you know? Roasted corn kernels (popcorn) contain 3 times more fiber than sunflower seeds, which will satisfy your hunger for a long time without harming your figure.
Which is the best corn to use for weight loss?
You need to pay attention to the following characteristics:
- calorie content;
- energy value;
- taste qualities;
- individual food preferences.
When losing weight, focusing solely on calories is stupid; it is better to choose a diet that includes the variety of cereal you like.
There are two types of corn: food and feed. The second type is also suitable for consumption. The types differ in taste and calorie content, but are equally rich in vitamins, macro- and microelements. Food grades are sweeter, their grains are often white.
Feed varieties | Food |
Pearl | Dobrynya |
The Golden Fleece | Early golden |
Aurika | Spirit |
Viola | Gourmand |
People who want to lose weight are advised to switch to yellow corn or moderate consumption of sugary varieties, which have a higher GI (glycemic index).
Corn flour is ideal for making low-calorie desserts. The high content of anthocyanins prevents the formation of fatty deposits, and fiber improves intestinal motility and normalizes blood sugar levels.
Dishes made from corn flour are satisfying and satisfy hunger for a long time, allowing you to reduce the consumption of other foods.
Corn silk
Corn silk is used for weight loss due to the following beneficial properties:
- acceleration of metabolism;
- decreased blood sugar concentration;
- decreased appetite;
- removal of fluid from the body;
- acceleration of lipid metabolism.
To lose weight, it is best to prepare an infusion. Take a third of a glass three times a day ½ hour before meals.
This vegetable is great for fighting excess weight. Boiled corn will be more beneficial. When consuming canned food, you need to reduce the portion. This is due to the fact that corn in a can contains a significant amount of sugar, which in large quantities is harmful.
You should not constantly adhere to the maize diet. It is enough to repeat a ten-day course every six months.
Is it possible to eat corn on a diet?
In order not to gain weight, you can eat no more than 1 boiled or steamed cob at a time with minimal addition of salt and butter. You will have to avoid roasted corn when losing weight. When purchasing canned food, you need to pay attention to the manufacturer and the number of calories:
Trademark | Calorie content, kcal |
Bonduelle | 67,53 |
Hortex | 111 |
4 seasons | 238 |
6 acres | 58 |
Globus sugar | |
Favorite bear | 50 |
To avoid unwanted components, you can can the grains yourself at home. Sweet sugar varieties are suitable for cooking.
How to choose canned corn
When choosing a jar, be sure to check not only the expiration date, but also the manufacturing date. If the corn was produced in late summer, this means it came into the jar fresh, straight from the field. But the one that was made in winter was already in a warehouse somewhere or was frozen. This affects the taste and preservation of beneficial properties.
Corn in a tin cannot be left in it after opening for more than a day. It is better to transfer it to a glass container and store for up to 3 days.
Recipes for healthy dishes made from canned corn
Corn goes well with many vegetables, chicken, rice and vinegar. This gives a lot of scope for culinary imagination.
Vinegar with canned corn
In a frying pan, fry 1 grated carrot and half a diced bell pepper until tender. Then add 2-3 tablespoons of corn, half a glass of vinegar. Add salt, add spices to taste, stir quickly and immediately pour in a glass of boiling water. Turn the heat to low and turn it off after 2 t. Leave under the lid for 5-7 t.
Vegetable stew with canned corn
Prepare fresh vegetables: zucchini, cauliflower, carrots, bell peppers, cut into cubes. Cut the tomatoes into slices. Finely chop the onion and crush a couple of cloves of garlic.
Vegetable stew with canned corn
First, save the onions, then add carrots and tomatoes to the pan. Then add everything else, salt and pepper. At the very end, add a few tablespoons of corn. This stew can also be prepared with chicken meat, cut as for pilaf.
When choosing high-quality canned grains, you may encounter some difficulties. Since the product packaged in tin containers is often found on store shelves, there is a risk of purchasing dry, hard and unpleasant-smelling corn.
For this reason, you need to arm yourself with knowledge of some of the intricacies of choosing a quality product:
- Pay attention to the production date. In the pre-winter and winter months, dried grain is preserved, which, when opened, will most likely turn out to be dry and thin-skinned.
- Expiration dates printed on paper labels may not correspond to those indicated.
- When purchasing maize in a glass container, you need to take a good look at the contents. The grains must be equally colored, whole, without inclusions.
- The shelf life of corn in glass containers is four years, in tin containers – three years.
- Canned food should not contain other ingredients (dyes, preservatives, flavor enhancers) except grains, salt, sugar and water.
- Choose jars that indicate GOST, not TU - this serves as a guarantee that the manufacturers have complied with manufacturing standards by adding the correct proportion of sugar and salt.
- Under no circumstances should you buy a product in a container with a swollen lid (glass) or tin surface (metal).
There are many different types of canned food on the market today. To avoid making a mistake with your choice, you should pay attention to the following factors:
- Integrity of the jar and expiration date. It is advisable to take one that was rolled in summer or autumn - during the season the benefits of this vegetable are maximum.
- It is advisable to choose a jar with GOST marking. The likelihood of a quality product increases.
- Compound. It is recommended to choose a product that contains only grains, water and salt. Significant amounts of sucrose harm the quality of corn.
- The amount of carbohydrates should not exceed 11-12 grams. Otherwise, it indicates the presence of sugar, which reduces the quality and is harmful to health.
How to make at home
There are many recipes for canning corn. Here are the most delicious and healthy ones.
Recipe No. 1
Ingredients:
- fresh corn on the cob;
- sugar - about 2-3 tablespoons;
- liter of clean water;
- spoon of salt.
In order to quickly separate the grains, you need to put the corn in boiling water, and after 2-3 you put it in ice water. Place the grains again in boiling water for 2–3 minutes.
Preparation:
- Fill sterilized half-liter jars ⅓ full.
- Make the marinade separately: mix salt and sugar in boiling water.
- Fill the jars with marinade.
- Sterilize for 3 hours, after covering with lids.
- Roll up the lids and turn the jars over.
Recipe No. 2
Ingredients for 1 serving:
- maize cobs;
- a tablespoon of granulated sugar;
- a pinch of salt;
- ⅓ tsp. citric acid.
Cooking process:
- Boil the cobs in salted water for an hour. Let cool.
- Separate the grains and pour into a previously sterilized jar.
- Boil the remaining water after cooking and pour it into a jar.
- Cover with a lid and sterilize for half an hour.
- Roll up and leave in a warm place upside down.
- After it cools down, you can use it.
Components:
- maize cobs;
- Art. l. salt;
- 1 tbsp. l. granulated sugar;
- a spoonful of 9% table vinegar solution.
Cooking process:
- Place the corn in boiling water for 5-7 tons, then cool.
- Separate the grains and pour into sterile jars.
- Pour boiling water and leave for 10 t under the lid.
- Boil the marinade of salt and sugar.
- Drain the water from the grains and pour in the marinade and vinegar.
- Sterilize 20 tons (you can omit this step).
- Roll up the container and leave it upside down in a warm place.
- Once it cools down, the dish is ready to eat.
Here is a simple recipe for canning corn kernels at home.