Trix Ingredients: Whole Grain Corn

Whole grain corn comes from the corn plant. It includes all three parts of the kernel: the bran, germ, and endosperm. It is typically harvested and then processed minimally, such as by grinding, for use in foods.

Manufacturers use whole grain corn as a primary ingredient to provide carbohydrates, fiber, and nutrients. It is commonly found in breakfast cereals, cornmeal, tortillas, and snack foods.

Whole grain corn is a common food ingredient generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA. As a whole grain, it is a good source of dietary fiber, which is important for digestive health. Major food safety bodies like JECFA and EFSA do not typically evaluate whole foods like whole grain corn as food additives. There are no notable controversies regarding the safety of whole grain corn itself.