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NP Nutra produces a certified organic Purple Corn powder which is produced at our state of the art facility in Peru and is free from any type of genetic modification. Upon request, we can produce other Non-GMO Purple Corn products as well.
Hailing from the majestic Andes mountain region of Peru, Purple Corn was regarded as a sacred food in the pre-Columbian cultures of South America. And for good reason! Purple Corn is now considered a "superfood" in modern society due to its high anthocyanin content and free radical scavenging capabilities.
Purple Corn (Zea mays), often referred to as purple maize, grows in much the same manner as the common sweet yellow or white corn available at your local supermarket. The plant consists of tall, thick, sturdy stalks which have internodes similar to those of bamboo canes. The ancient cultivation of Purple Corn is unique in that it is grown on pristine family farms which do not use any types of pesticides, chemical fertilizers, GMOs or any forms of hybridization.
The corn is pollinated via the silk strands that emerge from the top of the ear, which are actually long stigmas. Each strand of silk that is pollinated produces one kernel of corn, which is considered the fruit of the plant. Each ear of corn can have up to 600 Kernels on a cob up to seven inches long.
Purple Maize kernels are a deep violet hue and were used for centuries by the Mayans and Aztecs as a natural dye and food coloring. Purple Maize is a key ingredient in a popular Peruvian drink called chicha morada.
The more you find out about the benefits of Purple Maize, the more a-maiz-ed you will be! Containing higher levels of anthocyanins than what is typically present in most purple fruits and vegetables, Purple Corn has been shown to support kidney health in certain individuals and promote a healthy body weight.
The anthocyanins present in Purple Corn are specifically Cyanidin-3-Glucoside, Pelargonidin and Peonidin. These powerful components have been linked to the management of blood sugar levels already in normal range and may even promote colon health.
As is common in all brightly colored fare, the phenolic acids in Purple Corn have incredible abilities to ease the oxidative stress caused by an excess of free radicals in the body.