Anthocyanin

Humans have discovered for many years that regular consumption of colorful fruits and vegetables promotes healthy living. Fruits and vegetables contain many natural compounds that are beneficial to health, including vitamins, carotenoids and, of course, anthocyanins. This article focuses on what we know about anthocyanins and how they can protect us from chronic diseases.

Carotenoids are powerful antioxidants that help strengthen the immune system and reduce the risk of chronic disease. Because of their many health benefits, some medicines, supplements, and children's foods are now fortified with carotenoids to make them more nutritious and attractive. There are more than 700 carotenoids naturally found in fruits and vegetables. However, there are only 50 substances recognized by scientists as being biologically important to the human body. This article recommends 3 carotenoids (lutein, astaxanthin, anthocyanins) that have positive health effects for everyone.