Polenta is most commonly used in Italian cuisine. It contains a lot of protein and fiber, but its most important components are vitamins and minerals. For this reason, polenta often appears on the menus of top athletes.

Energy from carotenoids
Most of the energy in corn comes from starch, which does not raise bad cholesterol levels in the blood, and is therefore beneficial for heart health (much more so than potatoes, rice, or bread). Polenta contains a lot of carotenoids, which are good for eye and skin health.

Fiber
The fiber in polenta is among the healthiest plant fibers and has a positive effect on health and the immune system. Fiber helps the body function and cleanse the intestines, reducing the risk of diseases such as colon cancer, heart disease, and others. Only if your digestion is regular will your heart and digestion function smoothly as well.

Polenta is gluten-free
Many sources of plant fiber, such as wheat, couscous, and rice, contain gluten. Even if you are not (yet) sensitive to gluten, it is still better to avoid it.

Vitamin A
Although polenta is not particularly rich in vitamins and minerals, it still contains enough vitamin A, which in this case is very important for the functioning of the kidneys, lungs, and heart.

Contains essential minerals
Polenta is rich in iron, magnesium, and zinc, which are the most important essential minerals, making polenta one of the healthy foods that are also low in fat.

Fast food
Polenta is easy to prepare, which is its greatest value. Remember to use cornmeal and water in a 1:3 ratio. Your meal will be ready in two minutes.