Lifestyle Desk: In today’s fast-paced life, irregular eating habits and the increasing trend of junk food are affecting people’s health. Especially due to lack of fiber in the diet, constipation, indigestion, gas, flatulence and many digestive problems have become common. Consuming a balanced amount of fiber daily not only helps in keeping the digestive system healthy but also helps in controlling weight and keeping the stomach full for a long time. In such a situation, corn i.e. maize can be a great option. During the rainy season, very good sweet corn comes in the market. One should definitely take advantage of it by eating it.
Apart from fiber, carbohydrates, vitamin B complex, magnesium, phosphorus and many types of antioxidants are found in corn. Along with giving energy to the body, it also helps in improving the digestion process. If it is made a part of regular diet in balanced quantity, it can prove to be a healthy and nutritious option, so let us know how it can be included in the diet.
Prepare these healthy snacks from corn
Corn Chaat: Delicious and nutritious chaat can be prepared by mixing finely chopped tomatoes, cucumber, onion, green coriander, lemon juice and light chaat masala in boiled sweet corn. This is a healthy snack to satisfy evening hunger.
Corn Salad: Corn salad can be made by mixing it with capsicum, cucumber, carrot, lettuce and sprouts. Adding olive oil and lemon juice to it increases both its taste and nutrition.
Corn Sandwich A healthy sandwich can be prepared by adding boiled corn, paneer or low-fat cheese, capsicum and green chutney to whole wheat bread. This is a good option for both children and adults.
Corn Tikki: Prepare tikkis by mixing boiled corn with oats, boiled potatoes, green vegetables and spices in less oil. It can be served with curd or green chutney.
Roasted Corn Roasted corn is also a healthy snack preferred during the rainy season. It can be eaten by just adding lemon, black salt and mild spices.
How to make corn more nutritious?
To make corn more nutritious, eat it by mixing it with protein and other nutrient-rich foods. Adding cheese, boiled gram, kidney beans, moong sprouts or curd to corn increases its nutritional value. Apart from this, adding fresh vegetables like cucumber, tomato, carrot and capsicum to it also increases the amount of vitamins and minerals. Instead of butter and excessive salt, it is considered better to use lemon, black pepper and fresh herbs.
Keep these things in mind while eating corn
1-Corn may be rich in nutrition, but it should always be consumed in balanced quantities. Eating more corn than necessary can lead to excess calorie and carbohydrate intake.
It is better to choose boiled or roasted corn instead of 2-pack flavored corn or corn with excess butter and salt.
3-If a person has any special digestive problem, diabetes or any kind of allergy, then it would be appropriate to consult a doctor or dietician before including corn regularly in his diet.
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