Antiobesity Effects of Anthocyanins in Preclinical and Clinical Studies.

ABSTRACT: The natural phytochemicals present in foods, including anthocyanins, might play a role in attenuating obesity by producing a decrease in weight and adipose tissue. This review focused on current knowledge about anthocyanins' role in obesity and its related comorbidities reported in animal models and humans. We summarized their target identification and mechanism of action through several pathways and their final effects on health and well-being. Into consideration of ongoing researches, we highlighted the following key points: a healthy relationship between anthocyanin supplementation and antiobesity effects suffers of the same pros and cons evidenced when the beneficial responses to other phytochemical treatments towards different degenerative diseases have been considered; the different

SUBMITTER: Azzini E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5530435 | biostudies-literature | 2017

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature