The Wonders of Anthocyanins!

A new purple tomato has been produced that's packed full of anthocyanins! See the recent news article on the BBC website: news/bbc.co.uk. A team of Scientists created the new tomatoes and they're hoping it's high Anthocyanin content will help it act as a wonder tonic!

Anthocyanins are Glycosidic pigments found in blue, red and purple flowers and fruits. They are actually the substances that give the flowers and fruits this colour, hence it is said that the darker the colour of fruit, the better it is for you. They act as anto-oxidants and therefore have many associated health benefits.

Anthocyanins are thought to have anti-cancer properties, especially in the colon as this is where they're ingested. They are also thought to help fight cardiovascular disease, age-related conditions, obesity, diabetes, boost eyesight and act as anti-inflammatories.

We'll have to wait a while until the new purple tomatoes are available in the shops, but in the meantime you can get your dose of Anthocyanins from other sources, such as Elderberries. Anthocyanins are found in particualrly high levels alredy in berries. You can purchase a potent Elderberry tincture at the following link: www.homeherbs.co.uk

Well I hope this helps and thank you for reading!