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Maize

A significant source of protein, fibre, vitamins, and minerals, as well as carbohydrates, is maize. It can be eaten in many different forms, such as entire kernels, flour that has been ground from it, or other things like cornmeal, cornflour, corn syrup, and popcorn that have been processed from it. For secure storage and shipping, maize has to have about 14% moisture. An excessive amount of moisture can result in mould growth, spoiling, and lowered quality.

  • Category: Grains

A serving of 1 cup of maize includes about 5–6 grams of protein. It lacks some of the critical amino acids that the body need, making it an incomplete protein.Vitamin B6, thiamine, niacin, and folate are among the essential vitamins that are abundant in maize. These vitamins are critical for good fetal development during pregnancy, energy metabolism, and neuron function.

Magnesium, phosphorus, and potassium are just a few of the minerals that are present in abundance in maize. These minerals are crucial for maintaining healthy bones, working muscles, and controlling blood pressure.

Maize, also known as corn, is a nutritious cereal grain that contains a range of nutrients, including carbohydrates, fiber, vitamins, and minerals. Here are some typical nutrient counts for 1 cup (164 grams) of cooked yellow corn:

Calories156
Carbohydrates31.1 grams
Protein5.4 grams
Fat2.3 grams
Fiber3.9 grams
Vitamin C10.2 milligrams
Thiamin (Vitamin B1)0.3 milligrams
Niacin (Vitamin B3)2.9 milligrams
Folate (Vitamin B9)34 micrograms
Iron1.3 milligrams
Magnesium37.8 milligrams
Phosphorus136 milligrams
Potassium342 milligrams
Zinc1.2 milligrams