or an
association of these with the anthocyanin degradation products,
were responsible for maintaining the antioxidant activity and even
increasing it during storage. Nevertheless, preventative measures,
such as prior blanching and/or the use of vacuum packaging, are
recommended. However, further studies are required in order to
optimize the storage time and temperature for such products in
relation to their functional properties, as also to identify the
compounds formed by the co-pigmentation phenomenon, since
they are probably compounds with high antioxidant activity.