anthocyanin
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anthocyanin
A phytochemical present in high concentrations in blueberries, cherries and plums, which may relieve arthritis and protect grey matter.Botany
A blue, purple or red accessory pigment found in plants. Anthocyanins are water-soluble glucosides that are not directly involved in photosynthesis and can mask the green of chlorophyll, giving the plant a red-purple colour.
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anthocyanin
(an″thŏ-sī′ă-nĭn) [Gr. anthos, flower + cyano- + -in]Any of several water-soluble pigments found in berries, grapes, and other fruits and vegetables as they ripen. All of them are antioxidants and belong to a class of compounds called flavonoids.
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