Anthocyanin

Botanical blend improves near visual acuity in the farsighted: Study

02-Apr-2024 By Olivia Haslam

A blend of chokeberry, honeysuckle berry and bilberry extract improved near vision in people with age-related farsightedness, according to a team of Polish researchers.

Anthocyanins for athletes: Aronpharma launches muscle recovery shot

21-Mar-2024 By Olivia Brown

Polish supplement manufacturer Aronpharma has added a new B-PAC shot to its sports nutrition portfolio in response to growing consumer awareness of the benefits of antioxidant intakes for muscle recovery,

Anthaplex: anthocyanin and fibre synergy may improve cognition and eye health

09-Aug-2023 By Olivia Brown

A new RCT reveals improved scores of cognition and reduced eye dryness in healthy adults after consuming an anthocyanin and fibre-rich “Anthaplex” ingredient, compared with the placebo.

'An exciting discovery': Blackcurrant extract amplifies heart-health & metabolic benefits of exercise: RCT

26-Jul-2023 By Stephen Daniells

A high-potency New Zealand blackcurrant extract may amplify the heart-health benefits of exercise by boosting the blood pressure-lowering effects that occur in the recovery phase, says a new study from the UK.

Polyphenol supplement shows “significant promise” across multiple conditions

10-Jul-2023 By Olivia Brown

A new review highlights the multiple health benefits exhibited following intakes of the anthocyanin malvidin, an anthocyanidin polyphenol present in red grape skin, ranging across cardioprotective, antidiabetic and neuroprotective effects.

From crop to consumer: Blueberry genotype and dose for precision nutrition

08-Jun-2023 By Asia Sherman

A broad multi-institutional investigation funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) used blueberries to explore the influence of variations in crop, host and gut microbiota with an eye towards precision nutrition.

Purple potatoes may combat the effects of environmental pollutants

05-Jun-2023 By Asia Sherman

Purple potatoes protected against disruption of short-chain fatty acid production and gut microbiota brought on by toxic PCB chemicals in a simulated human digestion model, according to a recent study led by McGill University researchers.

Blueberry powder may boost cognitive function: RCT

06-Apr-2023 By Stephen Daniells

Daily consumption of a polyphenol-rich blueberry powder may boost blood flow and improve a range of cognitive measures, says a new study from scientists at King’s College London and the University of Reading.

The jury on juice: enhanced anti-obesity effects observed compared to whole berry

05-Apr-2023 By Olivia Brown

A recent randomised control trial in overweight adults reports that fasting cellular respiration rates were significantly greater following berry juice administration compared to the whole berry, despite greater phenolic concentrations, suggesting an...

Researchers explore the pathways to berry health benefits

06-Feb-2023 By Asia Sherman

Berry researchers from around the world gathered last week at the 9th Biennial Berry Health Benefits Symposium in Tampa, FL to take a deep dive along the metabolic pathways in search of the microbes and metabolites that contribute to human health.

Study: Bilberry supplement improves severe dry eye

26-Jan-2023 By Asia Sherman

Consumption of a bilberry and fish oil combination supplement for three months improved severe dry eye symptoms in young and middle-aged adults, according to a study led by researchers from the Hong Kong Polytechnic University.

Mibelle launches haskap berry powder into sports nutrition market

23-Jan-2023 By Asia Sherman

Mibelle Biochemistry has its sights set on sports nutrition with a new haskap berry powder marketed as endurance and performance booster.

Study: Açai powder improves cognition and insulin sensitivity in obese mice

19-Jan-2023 By Asia Sherman

Açai powder supplementation may reduce the effects of a high-fat diet on peripheral insulin resistance and improve cognitive behavior, according to a study from Brazilian researchers.

Dietary anthocyanins linked to better artery health: RCT

20-Oct-2022 By Stephen Daniells

Daily intake of anthocyanin-rich açaí berries may improve arterial stiffness in overweight and obese people, says a new study from Brazil.

Cocoa and red berry blend linked to boost in brain function, study finds

04-Jan-2022 By Will Chu

A combination of both cocoa flavanols and red berry anthocyanins could boost brain function in the elderly, according to researchers from Spain.

Elderberry quality: New standards needed for dosage forms, and separate monographs for European vs American Elder, say experts

17-Mar-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Increasing consumer demand for elderberry products combined with a proliferation of different dosage forms and the constant threat of adulteration means more standards and monographs will be of great value to industry, according to a recent forum hosted...

Anthocyanins plus bromelain may boost blood vessel function, reduce BP: Study

14-Sep-2020 By Stephen Daniells

A combination of anthocyanin-rich extracts from hawthorn berries and tart cherry plus bromelain from pineapple may improve measures of endothelial function and reduce systolic blood pressure, says a new study.

Aronia extract shows potential for psychomotor benefits: Study

21-Aug-2020 By Stephen Daniells

An extract from aronia berries may improve psychomotor speed, compared to placebo, suggests a new study from Europe.

Meta-analysis supports sports performance benefits of NZ blackcurrants

01-Jun-2020 By Stephen Daniells

New Zealand blackcurrants may offer a “small, but significant” improvement for sports performance, according to a new systematic review and meta-analysis.

Color gaining prominence as ingredient attribute

11-May-2020 By Danielle Masterson

As consumers continue to focus on health, they also are turning their attention to appearance.

Anthocyanin supplements show heart health benefits for people with MetS: study

31-Mar-2020 By Stephen Daniells

Daily supplementation with anthocyanins from bilberries and blackcurrants may improve cardiometabolic risk factors in people with metabolic syndrome (MetS), says a new study from Australia.

Blueberries may boost brain function for kids: Study

02-Oct-2019 By Stephen Daniells

Acute consumption of a flavonoid-rich wild blueberry drink may improve memory and attentional aspects of executive function in healthy children, suggests a study from the UK.

Pilot study: Blackcurrant extract may aid in post-exercise recovery

04-Jun-2019 By Adi Menayang

Consumption of blackcurrant extract before exercise may suppress the amount of oxidative stress in the body, suggesting recovery benefits for use in sports nutrition products.

‘Go for the athlete market with berries,’ says keynote speaker at Berry Health Benefits Symposium

10-May-2019 By Adi Menayang

In a conference that focused on a broad spectrum of berry health benefits, from brain health to cardiovascular disease risk reduction, applications for performance and exercise took the spotlight during the keynote speech.

Researchers take a closer look at which polyphenols may slash cardiovascular disease risk

30-Oct-2018 By Adi Menayang

Many studies have linked polyphenols—chemical compounds found in everything from chocolate to olives to berries—to reduced cardiovascular disease risk. French researchers took a closer look at how different types of polyphenols relate to this risk.

'New generation' bilberry extract to compete on price and quality

27-Apr-2017 By David Anderson

A 'new generation' of bilberry extract is being launched with a focus on eye health and sports nutrition, say those behind the launch.

Will you get more polyphenols from blueberry-grape juice or a smoothie?

24-Mar-2015 By Annie Harrison-Dunn

Greater research into the impact of food matrixes on the bioavailability of polyphenols is needed, say researchers comparing grape and blueberry juice to smoothie.

Bilberries may prevent artery hardening, boost heart health

09-Nov-2009 By Stephen Daniells

Extracts from bilberry may prevent the build up of plaques in the arteries, preventing hardening of the blood vessels and boosting overall heart health, says a new study from France.

Cooked bilberry better than cold for anthocyanin activity

05-Aug-2008 By Shane Starling

Cooking temperatures up to 125ºc may be best for anthocyanin retention and activity, according to new research.

Study to strengthen bilberry-cancer link

05-Oct-2007 By Stephen Daniells

A series of clinical trials is underway in the UK to test the
anti-cancer effects of bilberry extracts, offer a potential boost
to the anthocyanidin-rich extracts.