Scientists have found an antiviral effect in blueberries and black currants. They are surprised

Researchers have found that blueberry and black currant extracts prevent cell infection by viruses.

measles and herpes.

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The study used herpes viruses andmeasles modified so that infected cells fluoresce green. Thus, substances that counteract virus infection caused fewer cells to glow green in ultraviolet light.

The collected data showed that the mixture of extractsAnthocyanin-rich blackcurrant and blueberry (Healthberry 865) and their respective individual extracts have in vitro (in vitro) antiviral properties against measles and herpes viruses. Scientists admitted that this was a surprise for them.