Corn Science: Understanding Its Role in Vision, Blood Sugar, and Gut Health

# Corn Science: Understanding Its Role in Vision, Blood Sugar, and Gut Health

## Summary

Corn is a cereal grain often eaten as a vegetable. Golden kernels provide energy, fibre, and select antioxidants. Naturally sweet and highly versatile, corn is eaten fresh, dried, or processed into flour, oil, and starch. Corn originated in Central America over 9,000 years ago, domesticated from teosinte by Indigenous peoples. It became a staple across the Americas long before European contact. Today it is grown worldwide, with major producers including the United States, China, and Brazil.

## Benefits

Rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, it supports overall wellness, from digestive health to immune function.

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