Sweet corn is high in sugar.

The calorie content of sweet corn is about 107 calories per 100 grams, while the calorie content of glutinous corn is about 172 calories. However, although the sugar content of sweet corn is higher than that of glutinous corn, glutinous corn contains 70-75% starch, and under the same weight, the calories, fat and carbohydrates of sweet corn are much lower than those of glutinous corn.

The glycemic index of sweet corn is still lower than that of glutinous corn. In addition, the protein and vitamin content of sweet corn is 1-2 times higher than that of glutinous corn, selenium content is 8-10 times higher, and sweet corn also contains 17 kinds of amino acids. Therefore, sweet corn also has a higher nutritional value compared to glutinous corn. Corn can both enhance satiety and effectively inhibit the intake of other foods to make up for the calorie gap.

Corn Selection Guide

First, look at the leaves first. If they are green, the corn is fresh; if they are yellow and dry, the corn is overcooked.

Second, lightly pinch the corn kernels. Fresh corn, corn kernels water enough, very full, with a fingernail can pinch out water. On the other hand, overripe ones will deflate.

Third, smell. When the weather is hot to buy corn, if you smell the sour odor, indicating spoilage.