Scientists at the University of Illinois (U of I) have developed new hybrids of purple corn containing different combinations of phytochemicals that may fight obesity, inflammation, and diabetes, according to a new study in mice.
The pericarp – or outer layer – of purple and other brightly colored corn kernels also may provide an alternative source of colorants for food products, giving corn producers another value-added product from their crop.
NIFA supports this research project through Hatch Act Funds.
Read more at the U of I News Bureau.
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Farm Bill Priority Areas
Plant health, production, and products;
Food Safety, Nutrition, and Health
U.S. States and Territories
Illinois
