Corn silk is a collection of the
stigmas of the female flowers of the
corn plant.
Properties:
Corn silk is a diuretic and contains
a large amount of potassium.
Healing Properties:
This herb contains anti-inflammatory
substances as well as mild diuretics.
Ailment Treated:
It is used for problems with the
liver, kidney, bladder, and urinary
tract. Corn silk is also beneficial
for people with high blood pressure,
PMS, and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.
Side Effects:
May cause dehydration in children.
Contraindications:
Do NOT use if:
Do not take with the blood pressure
drug Quinapril (Accupril) or Warfarin.
