Bioactive compounds (carotenoids and flavanones) were retained
in minimally processed oranges during refrigerated storage.
Although some vitamin C losses were observed, the antioxidant
activity remained stable. Overall, the microbiological quality and
potentially health-promoting attributes of minimally processed oranges
were preserved during 12 days of storage at 4 C. Further research
is needed to provide more insight in the impact of minimal
processing on the orange bioactive compounds and their
bioavailability.