Cyanidin, like other anthocyanidins, has putative antioxidant and radical-scavenging effects which may protect cells from oxidative damage and reduce risk of cardiovascular diseases and cancer.[citation needed] Other studies have indicated that dietary intake of cyanidins may inhibit development of obesity[2] by inhibiting the effects of unhealthy diets.[3][4] Other studies have indicated that cyanidin intake may inhibit development of diabetes as well as provide anti-inflammatory effects.[2][5]
Other preliminary studies indicate that the glucoside derivative of cyanidin might have a role in cancer therapy, although this remains unproven beyond laboratory testing.[6][7][8]