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Fresh herbs Why it’s good for you: Rich sources of antioxidants Researchers at the University of Oslo, Norway analyzed 1,113 foods to identify those foods richest in total antioxidants. The results showed that spices and herbs, nuts and seeds, berries, fruit, and vegetables all were high in antioxidant. Of the 50 foods highest in antioxidants, 13 were herbs and spices. One study found that oregano had 42 times more antioxidants than apples! That means that one tablespoon of fresh oregano has the same free-radical fighting power as one medium-sized apple. In contrast, some of the antioxidants are lost when herbs are processed and dried.