Anthocyanins from Black Raspberries

A Science Daily article titled Chemopreventive Agents In Black Raspberries Identified reveals that a study published in Cancer Prevention Research, identified flavenoids found in black raspberries which inhibited growth and stimulated programmed cell death, also known as apoptosis, in the esophagus of rats. This particular class of flavenoids are called anthocyanins and are believed capable of preventing cancer.

During the study researchers were able to form an extract of black raspberries rich in anthocyanin and use it to inhibit esophageal cancer. The ability to concentrate anthocyanins makes it possible confirm its preventative powers and its usefullness for medicinal purposes. It is hoped that anthocyanins will replace berry powder; a substance less concentrated with anthocyanin. More effective means of administering anthocyanins remains a challenge.