What if I only ate corn for a week?
                                
                                
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                                Native American populations who relied heavily on corn used a process called nixtamalization to prevent a severe nutrient deficiency. So, what if I only ate corn for a week without any special preparation? The outcome is more complex than simple boredom and could involve several adverse health effects, even in the short term.