There are surprises everywhere in our daily lives, as long as we are good at discovering them. Some seemingly insignificant things that we treat as garbage and discard may actually have many benefits for us. Today, the focus is on corn silk. Corn is very familiar to everyone, but corn silk may seem unfamiliar. In fact, corn silk, when used as a tea, has many benefits for our body’s weight loss. By persistently brewing and drinking corn silk tea for a period of time, you can achieve a certain weight loss effect. Let’s take a look at how to make corn silk tea!
Materials needed: a suitable amount of corn silk and some water. First, rinse the corn silk with water and place it in a cooking pot. Then, add an appropriate amount of water, bring it to a boil over high heat, and simmer over low heat for about 10 minutes. Of course, you can adjust the taste according to your preference. For example, adding some rock sugar can make it sweeter and more delicious. You can even add a little honey after the corn silk tea has cooled down. Besides having a good taste, it is also very nutritious. Now, let’s take a look at the benefits and taboos of corn silk tea!
Promotes digestion: Corn silk is rich in natural active substances that can help stimulate intestinal peristalsis, accelerate the secretion of digestive fluids in the body, and improve our digestion when used as a tea in our daily routine.
Boosts metabolism: Drinking corn silk tea regularly can enhance the body’s metabolism and increase the skin’s antioxidant levels. Continued consumption can nourish the skin, reduce wrinkles, and have an anti-aging effect.
Clears heat and detoxifies: Drinking corn silk tea in our daily lives also has the function of clearing heat and detoxifying, making it very suitable for consumption during the summer.
Corn silk is a natural beverage, and consuming corn silk tea is generally safe for most people. However, individuals with spleen and stomach deficiencies or low blood pressure are not recommended to drink corn silk tea. Additionally, it’s advisable not to consume corn silk tea in excessive amounts. It’s recommended to consume no more than five grams at a time, and using fresh corn silk will yield better results in your daily routine.
