PubMed Studies
4
About
Corn silk contains flavonoids and saponins with mild diuretic, anti-inflammatory, and antilithic effects for urinary support.
How it works (mechanism of action)
Provides diuretic effects via prostaglandin-mediated renal blood flow increase. Anti-inflammatory activity reduces renal tubular inflammation. Antilithic effects may involve urine alkalinisation, citrate excretion, or dissolution of calcium oxalate crystals.
👥 Safety by Population
🚫 Contraindications & Warnings
Generally very safe. Diuretic drug interaction. Blood pressure: mild lowering.
🏷️ Other Names
Zea mays stigma