A Literature Review on Silk Maize Health Benefits and It’s Pharmacological Effects in Various Diseases

: Scientifically known as stigma maydis or Zea mays, Maize silk has significant importance as a traditional medicine for treating a broad range of illnesses. From centuries this plant has been potentially used as an Oral Anti Diabetic and Kidney stone treatment as well as in other like Diuretic, Antioxidant, Nephroprotective, Anti-inflammatory, and Anti-hypertensive. The composition of maize silk includes proteins, carbohydrates, vitamins, and certain salts of calcium, sodium, potassium, and magnesium ions. The phytoconstituents found in maize silk are Volatile Oils, Tannins, Saponins, Alkaloids, Flavonoids, and some Steroids like Stigmasterol and Sitosterol are all present in Cornsilk. Formic Acid, Oleic Acid, Palmitic Acid, Linoleic Acid, Stearic Acid, Succinic Acid, and Lactic Acid are among the organic acids included in maize silk. Numerous studies have claimed the Antioxidant potential of maize silk and its medical uses as Diuretic agents, for lowering blood sugar levels, as an Antifatigue agent, and as an Antidepressant. Urinary tract issues are treated with teas and Corn Silk supplements. This comprehensive Article on health potential of Corn Silk will be provide readers a throughout understanding of maize silk’s potential benefits withs its pharmacological effects on health.