Blackcurrants (Ribes Nigrum)

Blackcurrants (Ribes nigrum)

Blackcurrants are rich in polyphenols, particularly anthocyanins, which have been studied for their potential effects on the nervous system, and overall health. Laboratory and clinical research has explored the impact of blackcurrant juice and extracts on aspects such as attention, alertness, and mood in both humans and animal models.

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Scientific References:

1. Haskell-Ramsay, C. F., et al. (2016). Acute supplementation with blackcurrant extracts modulates cognitive functioning and inhibits monoamine oxidase-B in healthy young adults. Journal of Functional Foods, 17, 524–539. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jff.2016.07.033

2. Watson, A. W., et al. (2019). The impact of blackcurrant juice on attention, mood, and brain wave spectral activity in young healthy volunteers. Nutritional Neuroscience, 22(8), 596–606. https://doi.org/10.1080/1028415X.2017.1420539

3. Plant & Food Research. (2015). New Zealand blackcurrants good for the brain. ScienceDaily. Retrieved from https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2015/06/150624105944.htm

4. Francis, H. M., et al. (2020). Changes in central and peripheral vascular function in humans after consumption of flavonoid-rich fruits. Nutrition Bulletin. https://doi.org/10.1111/nbu.12456

Important Note: The studies referenced above are provided for informational purposes only. They do not constitute authorised health claims under UK law. The effects observed in these studies may not be achieved by consuming this product.