Anthocyanidins
Overview
Anthocyanidins are a class of Bioflavonoids that are the water-soluble pigments responsible for the vivid colors of many types of Berries. Anthocyanins are Glucosides of Anthocyanidins.
Benefits of Anthocyanidins
Cardiovascular System
Anthocyanidins may alleviate and prevent Microangiopermeability. [1]
Digestive System
Anthocyanidins may accelerate the healing of Gastric Ulcers and may help to prevent Ulcers - Peptic- including Ulcers - Gastric by strengthening the Blood Vessels that supply the Digestive Tract and possibly also by enhancing the defensive mechanisms of the Gastric Mucosa. [2]
Eyes/Vision
Anthocyanidins may improve various aspects of Sight. [3]
Immune System
Anthocyanidins may help to prevent some types of Cancer: [4]
Anthocyanidins may help to prevent (Non-Hodgkin's) Lymphomas. [5]
Anthocyanidins may counteract Inflammation. [6]
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