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Sweet corn is a starchy vegetable with natural sweetness that intensifies when cooked. Rich in lutein and zeaxanthin for eye health, and containing thiamin and pantothenic acid, it provides energy while being naturally gluten-free.
It's both! Fresh sweet corn eaten off the cob is considered a starchy vegetable. Dried corn kernels used for popcorn, cornmeal, and corn flour are classified as whole grains.
The outer hull of corn kernels is made of cellulose, which humans cannot digest. The interior nutrients are absorbed, but the visible hull passes through intact. Chewing thoroughly helps digestion.
Fresh corn is best eaten immediately as sugars convert to starch quickly. Store unhusked corn in the refrigerator for 1-2 days. Cooked corn keeps 3-5 days. Freezing preserves sweetness well.
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