There’s more to butterfly pea flowers than its shade

Is bright hues beverage your weakness? Well, you won´t be able to resist this beautiful purple colored drink! We decide to reveal more about this antioxidant agent since this is one of the most favorite tea flavors in Balitaza.

Butterfly Pea Flowers were used to be an ornamental plant but since the flowers are edible, people start to come up with plenty of ways to enjoy it.

Most of our consumers said that they love the color change – a subtle blue coming from the petals starts to come out the moment you put it into the hot water. Did you know that butterfly pea got its color from the antioxidant content it carries? The ingredient is subject to change, depending on the pH balance. For instance, adding lime slices will make the color turns darker, a deep purple. The blue hue makes a versatile food coloring, from rice to dessert. Plus, it is safe to eat.

• It´s a good addition to your beauty regime

That toner, UV cream and night serum are made for your outside appearance. But butterfly pea flowers can help you obtain that beautiful complexion from the inside. A regular consumption of this antioxidant-loaded flowers help you maintain a good skin condition and slow down the ageing process.

• The cure for Insomnia

If you´re having trouble sleeping at night, butterfly pea flower can soothe and pamper you before bedtime. Touted as beauty sleep herb, you can incorporate the botanical tea in your sleep routine let it unleash all the healthy benefits for a better sleep quality.

But what if you want to have a sip in the morning? Add ginger or lime slices for an extra punch to boost your brain cognitive function.. which brings us to the next point

•  Natural memory-boosting agent

You can improve your cognitive function by regularly consuming butterfly pea flowers. Although it still needs more scientific evidence, but the fact that this organic nootropic is rich in antioxidant could actually reduces oxidative stress and improve memory function.

• It has anti-inflammation properties

Butterfly pea flowers are known to reduce irritation, because it is filled with anti inflammation properties. Anthocyanin, a substance found in the petals can also  be found in blueberries – which boosts your heart health and fight free radicals that could damage your cells.

This vibrant blooms are easily found in Southeast Asia landscape. However, you don’t have to travel all the way to Bali just to pick these petals. We have dried and processed Butterfly Pea flowers for you to make yourself a nice cup of tea at the comfort of your home.