Bilberry: Bioavailability And Distribution Of Anthocyanins, Health Effects

Unlike other polyphenolic flavonoids, anthocyanins can be absorbed intact, that is, without removing their sugar moiety. Absorption (and renal elimination) of anthocyanins is reported to be rapid, but of low efficiency. In rats, absorption takes place in the stomach and small intestine, and varies depending on the structure of the anthocyanin. Absorption ranged from 11% [...]

Source: http://www.ca-medicalnews.com/bilberry-bioavailability-and-distribution-of-anthocyanins-health-effects.html

sport medical sport news news