"Elote en vaso or entero", here are some Spanish words that you commonly hear when you stop in Mexico stands or even in the lower Rio Grande Valley in stands along the road. It means in its entirety or in a cup. This is something you commonly see in my hometown in Texas. This unique corn preparation is a cultural favorite. Both ways of preparation are topped with some mayo, chili powder, lemon, salt and butter. This offers a sour and tangy taste. You can also ask for it plain with butter or your choice. During summer months, we used to wrap the corn in foil and put it on the grill and then prepare it on our own. The corn offers many benefits and is commonly known world wide as "Maize". It comes in various colors but the most common we are aware of us yellow or white. It has huge green corn husk that cover it and the corn wraps around the cob in rows. It is available year round, but have noticed that are reasonably cheap during summer months. The corn is a common tradition in Native American culture and also the Mayan, Aztec and Inca civilizations. So the corn has a history in its existence and value. The corn offers many benefits. For example a good source of complex carbohydrates for energy. So lets read on and lets EnJoy!
Health Benefits "GAINS" of the miraculous CORN
* Good source of Fiber (insoluble)- regularity (speeds up movement) and gastrointestinal health
* Contains Pantothenic Acid- energy production and supports adrenal gland
* Good source of Thiamin- promote brain function and lower risk of Alzheimer's Disease
* High in Folate- reduce the risk for birth defects and lowers levels of homocysteine which lower the risk of heart disease and stroke
* Protective Lung Health- due to content of carotenoids reduce the risk for Lung Disease
* Good source of Vitamin C- immune function (fight against disease) and reduce inflammatory responses
Ways to "INDULGE" include in our road to healthy eating and well being
* Cook, or boil and serve in cob or cup
* Add to casseroles
* Add to soups, tuna salads, or salads
* Add to rice
* Include in guacamole/salsas
* Add to dishes mixed with other vegetables
* Eat raw with butter as side dish
* Make popcorn (homemade or if store bought low in sodium and butter)
* Eat some corn tortillas (natural or low sodium)
* Corn chips (low sodium)
There are many ways to include the benefits of corn. Corn comes in a variety of ways as you cans see, corn tortillas, corn ships, frozen corn, regular corn, canned corn and ect. Remember FRESH is always BEST! But these are some other ways to indulge in the many nutritional benefits that corn can offer. As you can see some research has proven to reduce the risk of many health conditions and also aid you in better health and providing nutrition to our bodies. If money is the issue, try to add this during summer months when it is affordable and give it a try. This food offers a satisfying taste and added benefits so lets Enjoy!
Eat Well.
Nutribug*-*
This blog was intended to advice you in some of the health benefits of certain foods, some information may contain opinion by the writer, findings through resources on the web, and through her own educational background.
Resources:
http://www.whfoods.com/genpage.php?tname=foodspice&dbid=90
http://home.howstuffworks.com/corn3.htm
http://hubpages.com/hub/Health_Benefits_of_Corn
http://www.everynutrient.com/healthbenefitsofcorn.html
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