Specification and auxiliary effects of European cranberry extract

Vaccinium myrtillus L. is a shrub belonging to the Rhododendron family and the Vaccinium genus. It is mainly distributed in the coniferous forests of high mountains in Europe, North America, and northern Asia. Both fruits and leaves can be used for medicinal purposes. In early European folk medicine, people used the fruit and leaves of European cranberries to treat eye discomfort. During World War II, Royal Air Force pilots would eat European cranberry jam. They found that this significantly improved their visual clarity in low light conditions.

Specifications for cranberry extract: anthocyanins 25% UV, anthocyanins 36% HPLC; Anthocyanins 18% UV, anthocyanins 25% HPLC; Free anthocyanins<1% HPLC.

★ Eye Health (Core Benefits)

Bilberry extract can improve night vision and dark adaptation, alleviate visual fatigue, support overall eye health, and prevent degenerative eye diseases. Numerous studies have shown that supplementing with European cranberry extract can significantly alleviate visual fatigue symptoms such as blurred vision, dry eyes, and bloating.

★ Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects: With extremely high antioxidant capacity (ORAC value), it can effectively neutralize free radicals in the body and reduce oxidative stress damage. Simultaneously exerting anti-inflammatory effects by inhibiting the expression of inflammatory factors such as COX-2.

★ Anti cardiovascular health: Anthocyanins can stimulate endothelial cells to produce nitric oxide (NO), helping to dilate blood vessels. Prevent low-density lipoprotein from being oxidized.