This article throws light upon the top four types of anthocyanins . The four types are: 1. Cyanidin 2. Malvidin 3. Delphinidin 4. Peonidin. Anthocyanins: Type # 1. Cyanidin: Cyanidin is a natural organic compound which is classified as a flavonoid and an anthocyanin. Sources: Grapes, bilberry, blackberry, blueberry, cherry, cranberry, elderberry, hawthorn, loganberry, raspberry, apples, plums, red cabbage, the [...]
This article throws light upon the top eleven biological effects of flavonoids. The effects are: 1. CNS Activity 2. Cardio-tonic Activity 3. Lipid Lowering Activity 4. Antiulcer Activity 5. Hepato-protective Activity 6. Antioxidant Activity 7. Effect on Heat Shock Proteins 8. Anti-Inflammatory Activity 9. Antineoplastic Activity 10. Effects on Blood Vessels 11. Antimicrobial Activity. Biological Effect # 1. CNS Activity: [...]
This article throws light upon the top four examples of flavanones. The examples are: 1. Hesperetin 2. Naringenin 3. Eriodictyol 4. Homoeriodictyol. Flavanones Example # 1. Hesperetin: Hesperetin belongs to the flavanone class of flavonoids. Hesperetin, in the form of its glycoside hesperidin, is the predominant flavonoid in lemons and oranges. Sources: Number of citrus juices. Uses: 1. Antioxidant 2. Anti-aromatase [...]