anti-carcinogenic properties of a novel anthocyanin-rich berry extract formula

During the past two decades, a growing number of studies have investigated the diverse health benefits and protective effects of anthocyanins present in various fruits and vegetables. Anthocyanins are common components of fruits and vegetables, in particular edible berries, which provide pigmentation (color) and serve as natural antiox-idants [1-5]. Principal therapeutic benefits attributable to anthocyanins include antioxidant protection and mainte-nance of DNA integrity. Anthocyanins also serve as anti-inflammatory and anti-mutagenic agents and provide cardioprotection by maintaining vascular permeability. Studies have shown that supplementations with berries rich in anthocyanins were effective in reducing oxidative stress associated with aging, and were beneficial in revers-ing age-related neuronal and behavioral changes. Supplementation with anthocyanins for 6-8 months retarded age-related declines in neuronal and cognitive function by improving antioxidant status [6-8]. Here we represent an overview of some novel proper-ties of edible berry anthocyanins with emphasis on th