Butterfly Pea Flower Extract Powder

Source and Extraction Process of Butterfly Pea Flower Extract Powder

1. Source

Butterfly pea flower, a flower bud belonging to the genus Butterfly Pea of ​​the Leguminosae family

2. Extraction process

Day Natural’s production process includes selection, drying, ultrafine grinding, screening, packaging and other steps. It mainly uses pure physical technology to retain the original flavor of butterfly pea flowers to the greatest extent. Some products may be extracted with water or other solvents.

What is Butterfly Pea Flower Powder Used For?

Day Natural’s butterfly pea flower extract powder is widely used in many fields due to its unique color and nutritional ingredients:

1. Food field

As a natural pigment additive, it is used in alcoholic beverages, ready-to-drink non-alcoholic beverages, ice cream, yogurt, candy and other foods to add unique colors to the products.

2. Health care products field

Develop functional health care products using the vitamins and antioxidants it contains.

3. Cosmetics field

As a natural pigment and skin care ingredient, it is used to make colored cosmetics and skin care products.

What does Butterfly Pea Flower Do For the Body?

Butterfly pea flower, also known as blue butterfly pea or butterfly pea, has a variety of benefits for the human body. These include antioxidant properties, eye health support, immune enhancement, skin health promotion, potential weight management aid, and mood-boosting effects. These benefits stem from its rich nutritional content, especially its high content of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Here are some of the main ways butterfly pea flower benefits the human body.

1. Antioxidant Properties

Butterfly pea flower is rich in anthocyanins, a type of flavonoid that acts as a powerful antioxidant. Antioxidants help neutralize free radicals, which damage cells and contribute to aging and various diseases.
The anthocyanins in butterfly pea flower have been shown to have stronger antioxidant activity than some other common antioxidants, such as blueberries and blackberries.

2. Eye Health

The high levels of anthocyanins in butterfly pea flower can help improve eye health. Anthocyanins are known to promote retinal health, enhance vision, and reduce eye fatigue. Regular consumption of butterfly pea flower may help prevent age-related eye diseases, such as macular degeneration.

3. Immunity Boost

Butterfly pea flowers contain vitamins A, C, and E, which are essential for maintaining a strong immune system. These vitamins help support the body’s natural defenses against infection and disease.

4. Skin Health

The antioxidants in butterfly pea flowers can help protect skin cells from damage caused by free radicals, promote skin health, and reduce signs of aging. The anti-inflammatory properties of this flower may also help soothe irritated skin.

5. Weight Management

Research suggests that butterfly pea flowers contain compounds such as catechins and epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), which may aid weight loss by boosting metabolism and promoting fat burning.

6. Mood and Mental Health

Some preliminary research suggests that butterfly pea flowers may have mood-enhancing effects, which may be due to its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

7. Culinary Uses

In addition to its health benefits, butterfly pea flowers are widely used in cooking. Its bright blue color makes it a popular natural food colorant that can be used to add color and flavor to drinks, desserts, and other dishes.