cells from oxidative stress and enhancing eNOS activity. Regular consumption of anthocyanin-rich berries has been shown in clinical trials to significantly reduce pulse wave velocity (a direct measure of arterial stiffness).
Inhibition of Cellular Adhesion Molecules: Berries suppress the expression of vascular cell adhesion molecule-1 (VCAM-1) and intercellular adhesion molecule-1 (ICAM-1), preventing circulating inflammatory white blood cells from sticking to and invading the arterial wall.
Microvascular Support: The bioflavonoids in berries strengthen fragile capillary walls throughout the body, reducing microvascular permeability and supporting venous tone in the lower limbs, which helps alleviate swelling (edema) and heaviness in the legs.
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