Classically Considered A Cooling, Soothing Herb
In addition to cornsilk, corn also produces an enormous array of other well-known products including corn starch, corn oil, grits, corn sugar, gums and more. For centuries cornsilk has been a historic herbalist favorite for soothing the urinary tract and promoting healthy flow. It is believed that cornsilk includes trace amounts of naturally occurring, beta-carotene, chlorophyll, chromium, and iron along with a high level of potassium.