The purple cabbage (Brassica oleracea var. capitata f. rubra) is a sort of cabbage, also known as Red Kraut or Blue Kraut after preparation. Its leaves are coloured dark red/purple. However, the plant changes its colour according to the pH value of the soil, due to a pigment called anthocyanin(flavin).

Purple cabbage extract is a kind of natural edible pigment extracted from crucifer cabbage, whose byname is red vegetable. It contains anthocyanins, flavones and tannins. The amaranthine liquid or powder color is soluble in water, alcohol, but insoluble in oil and absolute alcohol. The environment PH value can influence its hue and stability. At PH 2.0to6.0, the color is red or amaranthine; at PH 7.0, it is blue: at PH above 7.0, it is unstable green. it can be used in the coloring of wine carbonic acid drinks, juice drink, jam and candy.

Functions

1. The health benefits of purple cabbage extract include anti-radiation, anti-inflammation.

2. Reduce the risk of developing colon cancer, and treatment of constipation.

3. Stomach ulcers, headache, excess weight, skin disorders, eczema, jaundice, scurvy.

4. Arthritis, gout, eye disorders, heart disease, ageing.

Applications

1. Applied in food field

2. Applied in cosmetic field

3. Applied in pharmaceutical