Determination of some antioxidant contents in star fruits(Averrhoa carambola)

In this study, some antioxidant contents found in Star Fruit (Averrhoa carambola) were examined. The radical scavenging activity of some antioxidant contents of Star Fruit (Averrhoa carambola), reduced glutathione (GSH), catalase (KAT), malondialdehyde (MDA), flavonoid (FLA) and DPPH, was determined. The total levels of catalase, glutathione and MDA contained in 0.5 mg/ml of the ethanol extract in the fresh fruit of star fruit are 0.0665 U/L, respectively; 0.012 mg/dl; It was determined as 1.057 µmol/L. Total flavonoid amount was found to be equivalent to 4.65 µg/ml quercetin. DPPH activity was determined as 89.74%. As a result of the findings obtained; It has been concluded that Star Fruit (Averrhoa carambola) contains antioxidants and adequate use may be beneficial for health.