New health benefits discovered in berry pigment Naturally occurring pigments in berries, also known as anthocyanins, increase the function of the sirtuin 6 enzyme in cancer cells, a new study from the University of Eastern Finland shows. The regulation of this enzyme could open up new avenues for cancer treatment. The findings were published in […]
Red grapesResearchers at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign have been conducting studies that reveal the potency of plant foods against inflammation and chronic diseases. Based on the premise that a high intake of vegetables and fruits is associated with a lower risk of colorectal cancer, university researchers conducted an in vitro study to determine […]
Anthocyanins may benefit cognitive health, according to studies conducted by Evonik and Professor Dag Aarsland, a specialist in dementia and dementia research at King’s College in London. Anthocyanins are naturally occurring antioxidants predominantly found in blue, purple, red or bluish-black fruits and vegetables. Evonik produces a proprietary anthocyanin-rich extract from wild Scandinavian bilberries and blackcurrants […]
Archer Daniels Midland Company had introduced a new line of unique extracts that can deliver a concentrated dose of the powerful antioxidant compounds beta-carotene and anthocyanins in a variety of food, beverage and supplement applications. Beta-carotene is a precursor for Vitamin A, which is an essential nutrient that plays a role in maintaining eye and […]
