Purple corn is a plant that grows in the inter-Andean valleys. It was used in the pre-inca gastronomy. The cob is used to prepare the traditional drink called chicha morada and sweet dessert called mazamorra morada. It is a powerful antioxidant, rich in phenols and anthocyanins.
Purple corn has some beneficious properties for our health, it acts as a cell protector, anti-aging, prevents heart diseases and promotes good eye-vision.
It can be used for healthy drinks, anti-aging supplements, cosmeceutics or food colorants.