Butterfly pea flower powder is rich in anthocyanins and has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects. It can be used to increase color and nutritional value in foods such as baking, beverages, candy, and ice cream, but attention should be paid to moderate consumption, taboos for specific groups of people, and storage conditions.
As a processed product of butterfly pea flower, butterfly pea flower powder has broad prospects in food applications due to its rich anthocyanin content and unique color change characteristics. The following is a detailed introduction to butterfly pea pollen in food applications:
1. Nutritional components and effects of butterfly pea pollen
Butterfly pea powder is rich in anthocyanins, vitamins A, C and E and other nutrients. These ingredients give butterfly pea pollen a variety of effects, such as anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anti-platelet aggregation, diuresis, sedation and hypnosis. Specifically:
Anti-inflammatory effect: The flavonoids contained in butterfly pea flowers have anti-inflammatory activity, can inhibit inflammatory reactions, and can be used to treat or relieve various types of inflammation, such as arthritis, dermatitis, etc.
Antioxidant effect: The polyphenols in butterfly pea flowers have the function of scavenging free radicals, which can delay cell aging and oxidative damage, and have a positive effect on preventing chronic diseases such as cardiovascular disease and cancer.
Anti-platelet aggregation: Butterfly pea flower extract contains a variety of alkaloid components, which can inhibit platelet activation and aggregation, thereby playing an anti-platelet aggregation role, and can be used to prevent and treat cardiovascular diseases such as atherosclerosis and myocardial infarction.
Diuretic effect: Some chemical components in butterfly pea flowers can help the body eliminate excess water and salt, and are suitable for edema, urinary retention and other conditions.
Sedative and hypnotic: Some components in butterfly pea flowers have a central nervous system inhibitory effect, which can effectively reduce anxiety and stress, help improve sleep quality, and shorten the time it takes to fall asleep.
2. Application of butterfly pea pollen in food
Baked food
Butterfly pea flower powder can be used to make various baked foods, such as cakes, bread, biscuits, etc. By adding an appropriate amount of butterfly pea pollen, baked foods can be made to appear unique blue or purple, increasing the visual effect and attractiveness of the food. At the same time, the nutrients in butterfly pea pollen can also add health value to baked foods.
Beverages
Butterfly pea flower powder is an ideal raw material for making various beverages. Dissolving butterfly pea pollen in water can make blue drinks. In addition, butterfly pea pollen can also be used with other ingredients such as milk, coconut water, jasmine tea, etc. to make drinks with unique taste and color. These drinks are not only beautiful and delicious, but also rich in nutrients and health benefits.
Candy and chocolate
Butterfly pea flower powder can be used to make sweets such as candy and chocolate. By adding an appropriate amount of butterfly pea pollen, candy and chocolate can be made to appear unique blue or purple, increasing the visual effect and attractiveness of the product. At the same time, the antioxidant components in butterfly pea pollen can also add health value to sweets.
Ice cream and popsicles
Butterfly pea flower powder can also be used to make frozen foods such as ice cream and popsicles. Dissolve butterfly pea pollen in milk or juice, and then mix it with the ingredients of ice cream or popsicles to make frozen foods with unique colors and tastes. These foods are not only delicious, but also rich in nutrients and health benefits.
3. Precautions
Eat in moderation
Although butterfly pea flower powder has many health benefits, excessive consumption may cause adverse reactions. Therefore, when adding butterfly pea pollen to food, the amount added should be strictly controlled to ensure that consumers consume it within a safe range.
Taboos for specific groups
Pregnant women, breastfeeding women, and people with special diseases (such as those with spleen and stomach deficiency, those who are allergic to butterfly pea flowers, etc.) should consult a doctor before consuming butterfly pea pollen to ensure safety.
Storage conditions
Butterfly pea flower powder should be sealed and light-proofed and stored in a dry, cool, well-ventilated place to maintain its quality and extend its shelf life.
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