Introduction: Corn silk (also known as maize silk), are popular for a variety of problems, including prostate disorders, a diuretic as well as for bedwetting and obesity. Zea mays is an effective remedy for various ailments, and this natural holistic approach to health is becoming more and more popular, but should NOT replace conventional medicine or prescription drugs. Corn silk is used for the following Zea mays benefits: diuretic bladder and kidney problems edema (water retention) obesity prostate disorders bed-wetting carpal tunnel syndrome reducing stone formation in kidneys clear boils.