Studies have shown that anthocyanins may benefitbrain health, help tolower inflammation, andfight cancerandheart disease.
In addition to anthocyanins, purple produce offers other key vitamins and nutrients.
Here are a few purple powerhouses that nutritionists recommend adding to your dinner plate.
The purple variety also contains two primary anthocyanins and has strong antioxidant scores.
Concord Grapes
Concord grapes have thick deep purple skin and crunchy seeds that are rich in anthocyanins.
She notes that in a study of animals, their cholesterol levels dropped after being fed eggplant juice.
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