Hominy is generally quite good for you. It's also a good source of fibre and iron. It is also at a glycemic index of 57 making it both acceptable for diabetics and delicious!
 
The processing of hominy improves the corn's nutritional content by making the B vitamin niacin more easily absorbed by the body.
 
Hominy is a staple of Mexican cooking, and an ingredient worth trying in a range of dishes.