Herb of the Month: Cornsilk
Posted by TriLight Health on Apr 8th 2025
Summertime will be here before we know it. One of many people's favorite pastimes of summer is eating corn on the cob. Did you know the stringy cornsilk in used by herbalists? It's true! While not a widely used herb, it has documented use from cultures worldwide where corn is grown. These silks are removed, dried, and typically used in herbal infusions and tinctures. Herbalists consider it one of the most soothing herbs available. It also has an incredible gentle effect making it popular for use amongst children, the elderly, and during pregnancy. They happen to be high in Vitamins C & K as well as Potassium.
Traditional Herbal Uses of Cornsilk
Zea Mays
- Bedwetting
- Bladder
- Edema
- Kidney Stones
- Painful Urination
- Prostate
- Urinary Tract Infections
- And more
How we use it-
As you can see, the primary use of cornsilk by herbalists is in urinary tract health. We use it in UriCare. Our April Special of the Month.
UriCare Our easy to take, fast acting herbal UTI support and bladder support formula. Customers have also used it in cases of kidney infection, jaundice, kidney stones, and other similar conditions. It is an extremely gentle formula that also tastes good- no more chugging down cranberry juice!
We combine cornsilk with Dandelion, Marshmallow root, and Cleavers. Customers love it when bladder issues hit!
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