The Therapeutic Potential of Anthocyanins: Current Approaches Based on Their Molecular Mechanism of Action
Year: 2020
Type: article
Abstract: Anthocyanins are natural phenolic pigments with biological activity. They are well-known to have potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity, which explains the various biological effects reported for these substances suggesting their antidiabetic and anticancer activities, and their role in cardiovascular and neuroprotective prevention. This review aims to comprehensively analyze different studies performed on this class of compounds, their bioavailability and their therapeutic potential. An in-depth look in preclinical, in vitro and in vivo, and clinical studies indicates the preventive effects of anthocyanins on cardioprotection, neuroprotection, anti-obesity as well as their antidiabetes and anticancer effects.
Source: Frontiers in Pharmacology
Institutions: Bam University of Medical Sciences, Shahid Beheshti University, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, University of Milan, University Hospital Centre Zagreb, University of Zagreb, University of Lahore, Gazi University, Ain Shams University, German University in Cairo, University of Concepción, University of Medicine and Pharmacy of Craiova, University of Fort Hare
Language: English
Subfield: Biochemistry
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: gold
Estimated APC paid: $2,950
OpenAlex ID: W3081210209