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Grain Foods Foundation
A Kernel of Truth: New Study Reveals Health Benefits of Corn Products
November 4th, 2008
New research just published in the October issue of the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry reveals significant health benefits in milled yellow corn products. The study, authored by Purdue University professor Dr. Mario Ferruzzi, demonstrates milled yellow corn products are rich in antioxidants, especially carotenoids such as lutein. Additionally, the bioaccessibility level of carotenoids milled corn products is high, often more than 50% bioaccessible. Carotenoids are yellow and orange plant pigments known for their association in the prevention of chronic diseases including cancer, cardiovascular disease and macular degeneration. Vegetables such as carrots,...
Source: Cancer Weekly (2008-11-04)
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