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Moro Orange Extract

Moro orange extract is the extract of the Moro orange, a particularly pigmented cultivar of blood orange that is rich in anthocyanins and has antioxidant properties.

Quick Answer

What it is

Moro orange extract is the extract of the Moro orange, a particularly pigmented cultivar of blood orange that is rich in anthocyanins and has antioxidant properties.

Key findings

  • Grade C: Body Fat (Body Composition)
  • Grade D: Muscle Mass (Body Composition)
  • Grade N/A: Waist circumference (Body Composition)

Safety

No specific caution or interaction language was detected in the current summary/outcome notes.

ℹ️ Quick Facts: Moro Orange Extract

Quick Facts: Moro Orange Extract

  • Best Evidence:Grade C
  • Conditions Studied:2
  • Research Outcomes:8
  • Key Effect:Body Composition
Outcomes by grade:
A0
B0
C2
D1
2 conditions · 8 outcomes

Detailed Outcomes

C
Body Fat
Small Decrease
2 studies
small↓Improves
D
Muscle Mass
No effect
2 studies
none
?
Waist circumference
3 studies
↓Improves
?
Weight
↓Improves
C
Body Fat
Small Decrease
2 studies
small↓Improves
?
Waist circumference
3 studies
↓Improves
?
Weight
↓Improves
?
Muscle Mass
2 studies
↑Improves

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