Ingredient
Corn (Maize)
What is Corn (Maize)?
Corn, also known as maize, is a cereal grain that originated in southern Mexico. Today, it is one of the most widely cultivated crops worldwide and is processed into various food products.
Corn is used in food products for its natural sweetness, as a thickener, and as a source of carbohydrates. While whole corn is considered a nutritious food, some processed forms of corn may raise health concerns due to added ingredients or high calorie content. The health impact of consuming corn often depends on its form and processing.
When you see corn listed on a label, consider whether it's whole, minimally processed, or in the form of highly processed derivatives like corn syrup or corn oil, which may impact its nutritional value.
Commonly found in: snacks, cereal, tortillas, corn syrup, cornstarch
What to watch
- Highly processed forms like corn syrup can contribute to excess sugar intake.
- Some corn products are high in calories and low in essential nutrients.
Benefits
- Whole corn is a good source of dietary fiber and essential nutrients like vitamin C, magnesium, and folate.
Corn is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used in food products.
Research shows whole corn can be part of a healthy diet, but concerns exist with processed forms like high fructose corn syrup.
Corn is plant-based and is considered vegan.
Sources: Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS)
Scout's take
Adjunct grain almost certainly sourced from conventional GMO corn — itself a glyphosate-spray candidate, compounding residue exposure on top of the barley.
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