Corn Bran - an overview | ScienceDirect Topics
WEBCorn bran is a byproduct composed of the outer kernel covering the seed, along with 10–25% of adherent starch. It can be defined as a heterogeneous complex of carbohydrate polymers and lignin.
Bran - Wikipedia
WEBBran, also known as miller's bran, is the component of a cereal grain consisting of the hard layers - the combined aleurone and pericarp - surrounding the endosperm. Corn (maize) bran also includes the pedicel (tip cap). [1]
Corn phytochemicals and their health benefits - ScienceDirect
WEBSep 1, 2018 · Along with the health promoting compounds such as amylase in corn endosperm, a wide range of phytochemicals such as total phenolics and phenolic acids (vannilic acid, syringic acid, courmaric acid, ferulic acid and caffeic acid) are found in corn bran and germ fractions at high concentrations.
Phytic Acid 101: Everything You Need to Know - Healthline
WEBNov 28, 2023 · Phytic acid, or phytate, is a substance found in plant seeds. It can reduce absorption of nutrients from the diet, but also has antioxidant effects.
Full article: Maize bran as an agro-industrial by-product: its ...
WEBAug 19, 2024 · Maize (Zea mays L.) is the leading cereal crop in the world, with the highest productivity for feed, food, and industrial uses. It is a milling by-product produced from the outer layer of the maize kernel and an economical and sustainable source of dietary fiber and phenolic compounds.
Bran Benefits and Different Types to Try - Verywell Health
WEBJul 22, 2024 · Bran is the hard outer layer of whole cereal grains. It is rich in nutrients and an excellent source of fiber. Bran may offer several health benefits, including improving digestive health and reducing the risk of heart disease, diabetes, and certain types of …
What is Bran? (with pictures) - Delighted Cooking
WEBMay 16, 2024 · Bran is the outer layer of nearly any cereal grain, including rice, oats, wheat, and corn. Basically any “whole grain” has this layer, but most processed or refined grains don’t. It tends to be somewhat rough and often has a dry, nutty flavor; manufacturers often remove it to get a more streamlined, softer taste.
What Is Bran And How Is It Different From Other Flour?
WEBApr 14, 2023 · To understand what makes bran flour different, it's helpful to know how traditional flour such as whole wheat and all-purpose flours are made, before we compare them to bran flour.
Whole Grains – The Nutrition Source
WEBWhole grains offer a “complete package” of health benefits, unlike refined grains, which are stripped of valuable nutrients in the refining process. All whole grain kernels contain three parts: the bran, germ, and endosperm. Each section houses health-promoting nutrients.
What Is Bran? - The Spruce Eats
WEBSep 8, 2022 · Bran, the hard outer layer of whole cereal grains such as oats, wheat, rice, and corn, contains healthy doses of protein, iron, fiber, carbohydrates, fatty acids, and other nutrients, including B-vitamins.