The health promtoing benefits of Anthocyanidins Anthocyanidins have been found to be very effective for a variety of health conditions. Effect on Nervous System: The human brain is prone to oxidative damages. Peroxynitrite nitration caused by tyrosine residues present in enzymes and proteins are responsible for brain damage. Nerve receptor sites are blocked by nitrated tyrosine. Active ingredient pelargonidin in Anthocyanidin prevent the nitration of tyrosine and restrict occurrence of any neurological damage caused to the nervous system. Effect on Blood Vessels: Anthocyanidin can prevent atherosclerosis in large blood vessels. It can prevent the oxidation of low density lipoproteins in the blood vessels. Anthocyanidins present in bilberries are stronger antioxidants that vitamin C or even BHT (used as preservative). Anthocyanidins are also very effective in reducing stress...