Category Archives: Anthocyanins

Blackberry Anthocyanins and Tooth Health

Posted on September 28, 2022 by Robert Barrington

Blackberries are a rich source of polyphenols. In particular, blackberries contain high amounts of the flavonoid subgroup of polyphenols and of these anthocyanins make up a large majority. Anthocyanins are known to be bioavailable in humans and may confer significant … Continue reading →

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Anthocyanins and the Gut Microbiome

Posted on August 24, 2022 by Robert Barrington

Anthocyanins are a group of flavonoids that are synthesised in plants and responsible for many of the red, blue and purples colours of fruits, particularly berries. Anthocyanins have important health effects in humans. Evidence suggests that certain anthocyanins are bioavailable … Continue reading →

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The Effects of Growing Conditions on Strawberry Nutrients

Posted on July 25, 2022 by Robert Barrington

Strawberries are a rich source of nutrients, particularly polyphenols such as flavonoids. Evidence suggests that the conditions under which the strawberry is grown can considerably affect the amount of flavonoids contained within the strawberry. As with all plants, increasing the … Continue reading →

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Flavonoids Against Obesity

Posted on July 21, 2022 by Robert Barrington

Flavonoids are a group of secondary plant metabolites that are found in high concentrations in fruits and vegetables. Plant based diets contain high concentrations of flavonoids. The main categories of flavonoids are flavones, flavanones, flavonols, flavanols, isoflavones and proanthocyanidins and … Continue reading →

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Strawberry Polyphenols and Ripening

Posted on February 4, 2022 by Robert Barrington

Strawberries are a rich source of nutrients including carboxylic acids, polyphenols, vitamin C and cinnamates. Anthocyanins are a group of flavonoid polyphenols that are present in strawberries in high concentrations, and are responsible for the red colour of the fruit. … Continue reading →

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Are Anthocyanins Bioavailable?

Posted on December 17, 2021 by Robert Barrington

Anthocyanins are a sub-group of flavonoids belonging to the polyphenol class of phytochemicals. Anthocyanins are abundant in berries and a high fruit and vegetable diet can provide significant quantities to the consumer. However, anthocyanins appear to be poorly absorbed from … Continue reading →

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The Stability of Anthocyanins 

Posted on December 16, 2021 by Robert Barrington

Anthocyanins are natural plant compounds responsible for some of the red, purple and blue colours in fruits and vegetables. Anthocyanins are flavonoids and evidence suggests that they have a range of health effects. A large number of fruits and vegetables … Continue reading →

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Anthocyanins Are Neuroprotective

Posted on December 15, 2021 by Robert Barrington

Anthocyanins are phytochemicals belonging to the flavonoid group. Anthocyanins are polyphenols and this gives them significant antioxidant potential. Anthocyanins are found in high concentrations in fruits and vegetables with red pigments including berries, red cabbage and beetroot. The exact profile … Continue reading →

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Grape Extract for Anxiety?

Posted on August 17, 2021 by Robert Barrington

Grapes are known to be a healthy food that provide significant health benefits when regularly consumed. Grapes, particularly their skins and their seeds are rich in antioxidants, including a group of flavonoids called anthocyanins (in the skins) and proanthocyanidins (in … Continue reading →

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Anthocyanins are Neuroprotective

Posted on January 24, 2021 by Robert Barrington
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