Australian bush fruits rich in antioxidants
Published August 2nd, 2007
Some indigenous Australian fruits, such as the Kakadu and Burdekin plums, have been found to be many times richer in cancer-fighting antioxidants than than even the blueberry, which is renowned for its high antioxidant levels.
A study commissioned by Food Science Australia found that twelve native fruits are exceptional sources of antioxidants, which can reduce oxidative stress in our bodies and minimise damage to DNA and proteins by mopping up highly reactive free radical molecules.
The fruits: Kakadu plum, Illawarra plum, Burdekin plum, Davidson’s plum, riberry, red and yellow finger limes, Tasmanian pepper, brush cherry, Cedar Bay cherry, muntries and Molucca raspberry; were compared with blueberries; a fruit highly regarded for its high antioxidant properties and more commonly found in Australian supermarkets.
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