Fresh Fruits and Vegetables Retain Antioxidants Long After Purchase

The next time you think about throwing out those aging strawberries or very ripe grapes, consider this: Belgian scientists report that fruits and vegetables do not lose any antioxidant content in the days after purchase, even as tell-tale signs of spoilage appear. In some cases, antioxidant levels actually rise.

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<p><a href="http://www.physorg.com/news111661755.html">Fresh Fruits and Vegetables Retain Antioxidants Long After Purchase</a></p> <p>The next time you think about throwing out those aging strawberries or very ripe grapes, consider this: Belgian scientists report that fruits and vegetables do not lose any antioxidant content in the days after purchase, even as tell-tale signs of spoilage appear. In some cases, antioxidant levels actually rise.</p>