Corn Nutrition

Corn is so delicious! High in Starch and Protein it is often found on dinner plates in the summer months.

Although it is missing two essential nutrients to make it a viable protein, Vegans and Vegetarians alike should not use this cropped vegetable as a protein replacement.

In order for the protein to be complete, it should be eaten with beans and other legumes.

However when it is doused in butter so that it is dripping there is almost no point in eating it since the fat of butter surpasses the nutrient content.

If you must must must have butter on it, confirm that it is only the proper amounts based on the Canada Food Guide. Seeing as Corn is one of the most widely used field crops following only wheat, it is near darn impossible for someone with an Food Allergy to find corn free foods.

Corn Eating For the Kids

An easy way for kids who can’t handle the whole cob is to either cut it in half prior to cooking or just after. Another great option is to cook it then turn it on it’s side and slice the kernels straight off the cob that way.

It gives children a great chance to feel like they are eating a whole bundle and less getting caught in the teeth issues later on after dinner!

Popcorn!

The ultimate way to make this a healthy snack is either through the use of an air popper or with a brown paper bag and your microwave. Yup, a brown paper bag.

All you do is take about a handful of kernels and drop them into the bag. Twist the top so that it closes and holds closed.

DO NOT USE A TWIST TIE. That’s just begging for trouble.

Then just like microwave popcorn time it until the kernels are done and you are ready to eat. (Minus all the preservatives of course!)

**Did you know that you can take the hair of the corn and use it to make tea?**

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