Description
The black currant is a small shrub standing up to six feet tall. It grows in Europe, European Asia, North America and, as a cultivated crop, is especially well represented in New Zealand. The berry comes in vivid shades of deep red, purple and black. It is quite small, being similar is size to the bilberry, and is similarly nutrient dense. It is particularly high in anthocyanins, which are the purple-black pigments that color the skin of the black currant, giving it its name. Anthocyanins are powerful plant or phyto-antioxidants.
Applications
Black currant extract appears useful as an antioxidant source and in treating rheumatoid arthritis and night and fatigue-related visual impairment.
Purity
10:1, 20:1, Anthocyanidins25%
Function
1. Anti-oxidation, anti-aging, strengthen the body immunity;
2. Lower serum cholesterol, soften the blood vessel and prevent arteriosclerosis;
3. Maintain eye health, promote the blood microcirculation of eye and alleviate eyestrain.