BerryPlus™ (Mixed Berry Antioxidant Blend — AuNutra)

Evidence Level
Preliminary
0 Clinical Trials
3 Documented Benefits
1/5 Evidence Score

BerryPlus™ is a customizable blend of berry extracts from AuNutra, designed to deliver the antioxidant anthocyanins and polyphenols found across different berries. It is used to add berry-derived antioxidant value to supplements, drinks, and foods. The exact composition and supporting data depend on the chosen blend.

Studied Dose Per the product specification.
Active Compound Blend of berry extracts rich in anthocyanins and polyphenols (composition varies by formulation).

Benefits

Antioxidant support

Berry anthocyanins and polyphenols are well known antioxidants that help protect cells from oxidative stress.

Whole-food polyphenols

BerryPlus supplies a spectrum of berry polyphenols, the compounds behind berries' deep colors and antioxidant reputation.

Composition-dependent note

Because BerryPlus is a customizable blend, its exact composition and any specific benefits depend on the berries chosen.

Mechanism of action

1

Anthocyanin antioxidants

Berry anthocyanins scavenge free radicals and support the body's antioxidant defenses.

2

Polyphenol diversity

Combining several berries broadens the range of polyphenols, which can act through complementary antioxidant pathways.

Clinical trials

Side effects and drug interactions

Common Potential side effects

Generally well-tolerated.
Mild digestive upset is occasionally reported.
Discontinue if any unusual reaction occurs.

Important Drug interactions

No major drug interactions are established for this ingredient.
Tell your doctor about all supplements if you take prescription medication.
Use caution if pregnant, breastfeeding, or managing a health condition.

Frequently asked questions about BerryPlus™ (Mixed Berry Antioxidant Blend — AuNutra)

What is BerryPlus?

BerryPlus™ is a customizable blend of berry extracts from AuNutra, designed to deliver the antioxidant anthocyanins and polyphenols found across different berries. It is used to add berry-derived antioxidant value to supplements, drinks, and foods. The exact composition and supporting data depend on the chosen blend.

What is BerryPlus used for?

BerryPlus is researched primarily for Antioxidant. Berry anthocyanins and polyphenols are well known antioxidants that help protect cells from oxidative stress.

What is the recommended dosage of BerryPlus?

The clinically studied dose is Per the product specification. Always follow the product label and check with a healthcare provider for personal advice.

Is BerryPlus safe, and does it have side effects?

For most healthy adults, BerryPlus is well tolerated at studied doses. Reported effects can include: Generally well-tolerated. Mild digestive upset is occasionally reported. It may also interact with some medications. BerryPlus is not right for everyone, so check with a healthcare provider first if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, have a medical condition, or take prescription medication.

Does BerryPlus interact with any medications?

Possible interactions include: No major drug interactions are established for this ingredient. Tell your doctor about all supplements if you take prescription medication. If you take prescription medication, check with a pharmacist or doctor before using it.

How strong is the scientific evidence for BerryPlus?

NutraSmarts rates the evidence for BerryPlus as Preliminary (1 out of 5). It is backed by 3 cited references summarized on this page. A higher rating reflects more, larger, and better-designed human studies.

References(3 citations)

Evidence ratings on NutraSmarts are based on the totality of human clinical research, with emphasis on randomized controlled trials, meta-analyses, and systematic reviews. The references below directly support claims made throughout this page.

  1. Basu A, Rhone M, Lyons TJ Berries: emerging impact on cardiovascular health Nutrition Reviews. 2010;68(3):168-77. doi:10.1111/j.1753-4887.2010.00273.x.PubMedUsed to support: Review of human intervention studies with blueberries, strawberries, chokeberries, and cranberries showing significant improvements in total plasma antioxidant capacity, LDL oxidation, and lipid peroxidation. Supports the antioxidant support and whole-food polyphenol benefits of BerryPlus; evidence is for berry anthocyanins/polyphenols as a class, not the BerryPlus brand or its specific composition.
  2. Mozos I, Flangea C, Vlad DC, Gug C, Mozos C, Stoian D, Luca CT, Horbańczuk JO, Horbańczuk OK, Atanasov AG Effects of Anthocyanins on Vascular Health Biomolecules. 2021;11(6):811. doi:10.3390/biom11060811.PubMedUsed to support: Narrative review documenting that anthocyanins — the key polyphenols in berries — exert favorable effects on oxidative stress and endothelial function, and exhibit antiatherogenic, antihypertensive, and anti-inflammatory activity. Supports the antioxidant support and whole-food polyphenols benefits of BerryPlus; evidence is for anthocyanin class from berry sources, not the BerryPlus blend directly.
  3. Davinelli S, Bertoglio JC, Zarrelli A, Pina R, Scapagnini G A Randomized Clinical Trial Evaluating the Efficacy of an Anthocyanin-Maqui Berry Extract (Delphinol®) on Oxidative Stress Biomarkers Journal of the American College of Nutrition. 2015;34 Suppl 1:28-33. doi:10.1080/07315724.2015.1080108.PubMedUsed to support: 4-week randomized double-blind placebo-controlled trial (n=42) with a standardized berry anthocyanin extract (maqui berry, 162 mg anthocyanins/day) showing reduced oxidized LDL and urinary F2-isoprostanes versus baseline (p<0.05). Provides human RCT evidence that a standardized berry anthocyanin extract reduces oxidative stress biomarkers; supports BerryPlus antioxidant support benefit at the berry anthocyanin component level, not the BerryPlus brand or blend specifically.