The Research of Functional Ingredients from Corn Silk

Abstract

Corn silk (Stigma maydis) contains many bioactive and functional ingredients and has many health benefit effects. This commodity is of a great value and has a good prospect in research and market. In addition, corn silk can also contribute to the development of environmental protection. This review deals with the research findings on the extraction technology of corn silk bioactive ingredients. It also covers anti-oxidative activity, anti-diabetic effects, antitumor capacity, and other health benefit effects of corn silk, as well as the issue of toxicity and metal ions adsorption effects. Last but not least, this review discusses market status and future prospect of corn silk.