People and Lifestyle
Time with the Chief Herbalist: The Importance of Maize Leaves
Corn silk is a thread-like fiber found at the top of corn cobs. They are not usually eaten but are used by some as an antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and herbal remedy for some conditions.
Corn silk is the long, silky threads that grow on corncobs.
Though it’s often discarded when corn is prepared for eating, it may have several medicinal applications.
Treatment
Don’t throw away maize leaves. It treats
Kidney stones
Urinary Tract Infections (UTI)
High cholesterol
Prostate enlargement
Hypertension
Liver damage
Blur vision
Stomach ulcer
Preparation
Boil fresh or dried leaves in water and drink a teacup twice daily. Nature heals