Friday, May 19, 2017

Corn Silk


Corn Silk Tea
Drank a store bought corn silk tea due to it's diuretic effect. Little did I know that there's other benefits as well.
Here are a list of it's benefits:
1. Treats Urinary Tract Infections
2. Works As A Diuretic Agent
3. Keeps Kidney Stones At Bay
4. Facilitates Blood Clotting
5. Lowers Blood Pressure
6. Helps Regulate Blood Sugar Levels
7. Helps Heal Inflammatory Ailments And Conditions
8. Helps Fight Cholesterol
9. Source Of Vitamin C
10. Helps Relieve Skin Pigmentation Issues
11. Balances Mineral Levels In The Body
12. Facilitates Recovery From Edema
A study published last year in the Life Sciences magazine showed that corn silk has an antioxidant named maysin that battles oxidative stress and prevents the onset of certain types of cancer. Besides, a Korean study published in 2014 stated that maysin has immunity booster properties.
To make corn Silk Tea
Just place dried or fresh corn silk in a pot to boil for about 5 minutes. Drink it hot or cold. You can add lemon juice to the tea as well.

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