Blackcurrants (Ribes nigrum): A Review on Chemistry, Processing, and Health Benefits.

Blackcurrants (BC; Ribes nigrum) are relatively new to the U.S. market; however, they are well known and popular in Europe and Asia.

Protection of color and chemical degradation of anthocyanin from purple corn (Zea mays L.) by zinc ions and alginate through chemical interaction in a beverage model.

Anthocyanin-rich purple corn pericarp water extract (PCW) has the potential to be used as a natural pigment in beverages. However, it has a limited shelf-life in aqueous solutions. The aim was to evaluate the effect of zinc ion (Zn) and alginate on color and chemical stability of anthocyanins from colored corn (PCW) in a beverage model for 12weeks.

Natural Pigments: Stabilization Methods of Anthocyanins for Food Applications.

The production of natural food pigments continues to grow worldwide. The global market is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 6.22%, by revenue, over the period 2015 to 2019.