Americans love it, but is corn a vegetable? Or could it really be a grain or a fruit? The answer may surprise you.

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Is corn a grain? The short answer is that whether corn is classified as a grain depends on its state. Prime Day Deals: Shop sales in tech, home, fashion, beauty & more curated by our editors.

Is corn good for you? We spoke to dietitians about corn's nutrition content, health benefits, risks and the healthiest cooking methods. What is corn? Is corn a vegetable, fruit or grain?

Technically, corn is a fruit, vegetable and a whole grain. That's because scientifically c orn is classified as a fruit because the part we eat, the kernels, come from the flower of the plant.

Corn takes on myriad configurations, from the classic corn on the cob to popcorn to more processed options like corn syrup. So how do you classify it?

How to use corn in late summer desserts, from refreshing ice cream to seasonal fruit buckles An expert chef offers tips on how to incorporate this seasonal favorite in various sugary, satisfying ...

It's been called a vegetable forever, but is cucumber a fruit? We get to the bottom of it and explain how cucumbers are classified.