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Tops in Antioxidants

The Hope Heart Institute

February 10, 2001

ORAC* scores for 3.5 ounces

FRUITS

Prunes 5,770

Raisins 2,830

Blueberries 2,400

Strawberries 1,540

Raspberries 1,220

Plums 949

Oranges 750

Red grapes 739

Cherries 670

VEGETABLES

Kale 1,770

Spinach 1,260

Brussels sprouts 980

Broccoli florets 890

Beets 840

Red bell peppers 710

Yellow corn 400

Eggplant 390

Carrots 210

*Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity.

" High-ORAC " foods are high in antioxidants,

substances that help our bodies destroy disease

causing free radicals. The fruits and vegetables

listed here are particularly high in antioxidants,

but all fruits and vegetables contain valuable nutrients.

Source:

USDA Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging at Tufts University

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All content © 2001 by The Hope Heart Institute, Seattle, WA.