Chyawanprash

ORAC Value:
35,700
μ mol TE/100g.

The antioxidant value of Chyawanprash described in ORAC units is: 35,700 μ mol TE/100g.

 

This fruit jam is the most popular herbal formula in Ayurveda. The traditional recipe calls for 35 plant extracts, plus ghee and honey. Modern renditions will vary in how many different ingredients they use.

For this test, scientists used Dabur chyawanprash. That's the bestselling brand in India. Despite the fact that this jam is heated and uses pasteurized honey, its antioxidant content is still quite impressive.

ORAC Source

Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't: Carlsen MH, Halvorsen BL, Holte K, et al. Nutrition Journal NIH Jan 2010