Exploring Anthocyanins: Unveiling Sources, Analytical Techniques, and Biological Activities
Ashutosh Agarwal1, Niyatee Thakor1, Lata Manani1
1SSR College of Pharmacy, Union Territory of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu, Sayli, Silvassa, 396230, India.
Current Medicinal Chemistry
|June 24, 2024
Summary
Anthocyanins (ANCs), natural pigments from foods like berries, offer health benefits. This review covers their structure, sources, analysis, and pharmaceutical uses.
Area of Science:
- Food Chemistry
- Pharmacology
- Natural Product Chemistry
Background:
- Anthocyanins (ANCs) are flavonoid phenolic compounds found in pigmented fruits and vegetables.
- They are recognized for diverse biological activities and potential health benefits.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a comprehensive review of anthocyanins.
- To synthesize current knowledge on their chemical structure, biosynthesis, sources, and analytical methods.
- To explore their pharmacological activities and pharmaceutical applications.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of scientific databases.
- Synthesis of information on anthocyanin chemistry, biology, and applications.
- Analysis of analytical techniques for ANC identification and quantification.
Main Results:
- Detailed exploration of ANC chemical structures and biosynthesis pathways.
- Identification of various plant sources rich in ANCs.
- Overview of analytical methods for ANC detection.
- Discussion of ANC's pharmacological effects and pharmaceutical formulation.
Conclusions:
- Anthocyanins are versatile compounds with significant potential in pharmaceuticals.
- Further research into their bioactivity and applications is warranted.
Keywords:
Anthocyaninsanalytical techniquesbiosynthesis pathwaysflavonoidspharmaceutical formulationspharmacological activities.
