Is Maize Difficult to Digest? An In-Depth Look at Corn Digestion
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Approximately 160 pounds of corn are consumed per person each year in the United States alone, yet a common misconception persists that the body cannot properly digest it. So, is maize difficult to digest? The truth is more nuanced, as while the outer shell of the kernel is indigestible, the valuable nutrients inside are absorbed.
