Nutritive Value
Corn is an important source of energy and carbohydrates. This food is also formed, although in smaller proportion, by proteins of low biological value. As for its content of vitamins and minerals, highlights potassium, phosphorus, iron, folate, vitamin A and B vitamins (only in the yellow). On the other hand, the phytochemicals present in corn stand out, which are the following: anthocyanins (purple corn) and carotenoids (yellow corn).
Composition of corn in 100 g of edible portion
| Yellow corn | White corn | Fresh yellow corn | Fresh white corn | |
| Calorías (kcal) | 365 | 365 | 161 | 114 |
| Carbohidratos (g) | 74.26 | 74.26 | 33.50 | 23.80 |
| Fibra dietética (g) | 7,30 | — | — | — |
| Proteínas (g) | 9.42 | 9.42 | 3.60 | 3.10 |
| Vitamina A (mcg) | 11 | 0 | 28 | 0 |
| Vitamina C (mg) | 0 | 0 | 11 | 8 |
| Potasio (mg) | 287 | 287 | 270 | 270 |
| Folatos (mcg) | 19 | — | — | — |
| Hierro (mg) | 2.71 | 2.71 | 2 | 0.50 |
Nutritional properties
It is considered an energy food due to its high carbohydrate content.
Its fiber content helps the proper functioning of the gastrointestinal system and can help lower cholesterol levels