Red corn flour 1 kilogram

Are you looking for a nutritious gluten-free flour? We offer you red corn flour from Atarah Shumul. The origin of the red corn plant goes back to the Andes Mountains in South America, from where it spread to all parts of the world, especially in Yemen, where the soil and climate are suitable for its growth, and it became known as Yemeni red corn. It is also known as ruby red corn due to its color, and it is one of the types of sweet indigenous corn that seasons from early summer to autumn. Red corn flour is produced by grinding dried corn kernels to obtain a gluten-free flour suitable for malabsorption and celiac disease patients. 1- Nutritional value A serving of red corn flour is a quarter cup (28.35 g) and contains: 110 calories, 1 g fat, 22 g carbohydrates (4 g of which are dietary fiber), 2 g protein. It also contains a group of beneficial compounds for health such as: Vitamin A and B vitamins, especially vitamin B6 essential for brain, nerves, and blood health. Minerals mainly iron, which maintains red blood cell health, magnesium to prevent high blood pressure, as well as phosphorus, copper, selenium, and manganese. Anthocyanin pigment that gives the corn its red color, an antioxidant that boosts immunity. Choline, essential for heart function, fetal growth, mood improvement, and liver health. 2- Benefits of red corn flour Among the most important benefits of red corn flour for the body are: lowering bad LDL cholesterol and raising good HDL cholesterol, regulating heartbeat, preventing anemia, supporting kidney function in waste elimination, maintaining thyroid health, preventing colon cancer, helping in muscle building due to its protein and zinc content, reducing hair loss and maintaining skin health, increasing focus and improving mood, treating insomnia, improving male sperm quality, alleviating menstrual pain in women, preventing nausea during pregnancy, maintaining hormonal balance, protecting dental and bone health, and possibly aiding in weight loss. 3- What is the difference between red and yellow corn The difference between red and yellow corn lies in color and nutritional value as follows: The red color of the corn is due to the dominance of the anthocyanin pigment, which is a powerful antioxidant, while the yellow corn’s color is due to the carotene pigment, which is also an antioxidant. Red corn contains about 350% more antioxidants compared to yellow or white corn. Red corn also has a higher protein content compared to yellow corn. 4- How to use red corn flour There are various ways to use red corn flour: It can be used as a substitute for white and yellow corn flour in baking and pastries. It can be added to fish dishes, salads, soups, and pasta. It can be mixed with spices like cumin, paprika, and garlic powder. It is a good option to add to tomato sauce ingredients. 5- Corn for diabetics Does red corn raise blood sugar? Red corn contains dietary fiber that helps stabilize blood sugar, along with niacin, magnesium, and manganese minerals beneficial in preventing diabetes. On the other hand, red corn is considered a low glycemic food, meaning it does not cause sudden blood sugar spikes, and it increases insulin sensitivity to better absorb blood sugar. We conclude that red corn is suitable for diabetics, but in moderate amounts, about half a cup per day. Finally, do not hesitate to request red corn flour from Atarah Shumul, especially if you have gluten sensitivity, and it will be delivered to you wherever you are across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.