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ORAC – Oxygen Radical Absorption Capacity

By Louise Burton-Payne ·

Ranks ability for antioxidants food to absorb free radicals

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High-ORAC Foods May Slow Aging

Oxygen-radical absorbance capacity assay for antioxidants.

Development and validation of an improved oxygen radical absorbance capacity assay using fluorescein as the fluorescent probe.

The chemistry behind antioxidant capacity assays.

Antioxidant capacity of vegetables, spices and dressings relevant to nutrition.

Mechanisms of action of antioxidants as exemplified in vegetables, tomatoes and tea.

 

Resources

General guidance and further reading. These links have not been checked against the individual claims on this page.

  1. NHS: The vegan diet

    Public health guidance on planning a vegan diet and getting essential nutrients.

  2. British Dietetic Association: Vegetarian, vegan and plant-based diet

    Dietitian guidance on plant-based eating. The fact sheet is currently under review by the BDA.

  3. NHS: The Eatwell Guide

    Guidance on food groups and the balance of foods across a day or week.

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