AMAZING FACTS ABOUT MAIZE
Maize or corn is the third important cereal cash crop in India after wheat and rice. It is a Kharif crop and needs a generous rainfall for its growth. The optimum temperature for growth of maize is 22-30 degree Celsius but it can also tolerate temperature up to 35 degree Celsius.
Corn has many health benefits. It -
• cuts the risk of heart diseases as it helps in reducing bad cholesterol in our body
• contains a lot of fibre and thus improves digestion
• keeps eyes healthy
• helps control Alzheimer’s disease
• helps fight cancer and makes our immune system strong
• keeps our skin and hair healthy
A large part of corn produced is consumed by poultry.
Corn flour, baby corn, sweet corn and pop corn are various forms in which m...