Do you know what corn silk is? Corn silk is the part of corn that we all throw away not knowing that it’s truly amazing. According to studies, the silky part of corn can treat numerous health problems and should never be thrown out. Here are some of the main health benefits of corn silk:
Controls your blood sugar levels
Corn silk can boost the production of insulin in the body and reduce insulin resistance, effectively regulating your blood sugar levels and preventing diabetes.
Helps the blood clot
Corn silk is rich in vitamin K which assists with the blood clotting process and will control your blood loss in cases of injury.
Prevents kidney stones
People have used corn silk against kidney stones for a long time. The silk can prevent the accumulation of oxalates in the kidneys and normalize the urine flow, resulting in efficient protection from kidney stones.
Regulates your cholesterol levels
Consuming corn silk every day can regulate your cholesterol levels and prevent the accumulation of plaque in the arteries, resulting in lower risk of heart attack and stroke.
A powerful diuretic
Corn silk is a diuretic which can eliminate toxins and excess fluid from your body and prevent fluid retention.
If you’re wondering how to consume the silky strands, you need to cook them. Just add a handful of corn silk in a pot of water, then pour the mixture in a glass jar, close it and leave it in the sun for 24 hours. Afterwards, add some honey and lemon and drink the tea hot or cold.
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