Whole Grain Blue Corn
What is Whole Grain Blue Corn?
Whole grain blue corn is a variety of corn with a naturally deep blue or purple hue. It is grown and harvested like other types of corn. The whole grain includes the bran, germ, and endosperm, providing its full nutritional content.
Is Whole Grain Blue Corn vegan?
Whole Grain Blue Corn is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Whole Grain Blue Corn gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Whole Grain Blue Corn a major allergen?
Corn is not one of the 9 FDA major allergens.
What is Whole Grain Blue Corn used for?
Whole grain blue corn is often milled into flour or cornmeal, used in products like tortillas, chips, muffins, and pancakes.
Is Whole Grain Blue Corn safe?
Whole grain blue corn is considered a whole grain and is a source of fiber and antioxidants.
Why it's used
Whole grain blue corn is often milled into flour or cornmeal, used in products like tortillas, chips, muffins, and pancakes. Manufacturers use it for its unique color and slightly nutty flavor, offering an alternative to yellow or white corn varieties.
Health notes
Whole grain blue corn is considered a whole grain and is a source of fiber and antioxidants. The FDA considers corn and cornmeal GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe). Regulatory bodies like JECFA have evaluated corn and its derivatives. No specific health concerns are associated with its consumption at typical dietary levels.
Allergen info
Corn is not one of the 9 FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.
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