Bilberry Extract | Anthocyanins | Eye Health

Product Name: Bilberry Extract
Source: Vaccinium myrtillus (bilberry)
Active Components: Anthocyanins (delphinidin, malvidin), proanthocyanidins, flavonoids
Appearance: Dark purple powder
Solubility: Freely soluble in water and water-alcohol solutions
Stability: Sensitive to pH, light, and temperature

1. Introduction

Bilberry extract is a concentrate of anthocyanins (delphinidin, malvidin), proanthocyanidins, and other flavonoids. It possesses potent antioxidant, neuroprotective, and vasculoprotective effects, improving vision and microcirculation.

Bilberry (Vaccinium myrtillus) is traditionally used for the prevention of eye diseases, improving dark adaptation, and strengthening capillaries. Scientific data confirm its effectiveness in protecting the retina and reducing oxidative stress.

2. Active Components

The main active substances are anthocyanin glycosides, for example delphinidin-3-galactoside (C₂₇H₃₁O₁₇).

3. Production

Obtained by water-alcohol extraction, concentration, and standardization based on anthocyanin content.

4. Properties

• Appearance: Dark purple powder

• Solubility: Freely soluble in water and water-alcohol solutions

• Stability: Sensitive to pH, light, and temperature

5. Applications

• Nutraceuticals: Supplements for eye health

• Pharmaceuticals: Vessel-strengthening agents

• Cosmetics: Antioxidant skin care, protection from UV stress

6. Conclusion

Bilberry extract is an effective plant source of anthocyanins with a wide range of biological effects. It remains one of the leading components for supporting vision and vascular health.