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Hominy (From A Can), Drained And Rinsed

Hominy is nixtamalized corn that has been cooked and canned; drained and rinsed hominy is a soft, mildly chewy ingredient often used in soups, stews, and side dishes. Rinsing reduces some of the added sodium from canning liquid.

Beneficial properties

source of complex carbohydrates provides fiber low in fat contains magnesium contains B vitamins

Nutritional highlights

Hominy provides carbohydrates, fiber, magnesium, phosphorus, and small amounts of B vitamins such as niacin and folate.

Caution. Canned hominy can be high in sodium unless well rinsed, which may be a concern for people managing high blood pressure.

Conditions it helps with

Constipation
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High Blood Pressure
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High Blood Pressure
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