Yellow corn contains carotenoids,2 which are substances that m ay help prevent coronary artery disease, certain cancers, and cataracts. In particular, yellow corn is abundant in two carotenoids, zeaxanthin and lutein, which keep eyes healthy. The m ore yellow the corn is, the m ore carotenoids it contains, since these compounds provide plants with color. Baby corn, being pale, would carry lesser amounts of these carotenoids than mature corn.

A Few Quick Serving Ideas

• Chinese Vegetables with baby sweet corn
• Broccoli and baby corn stir fry
• Baby corn and fine beans stir-fry with roasted nuts