Is it true that fresh vegetables are healthier than frozen vegetables?
The answer is not as simple as fresh is always healthier; Frozen vegetables can be just as healthy if they are harvested when ripe, frozen properly, and without added salt or sugar.
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As general nutritional information, not medical advice, frozen vegetables are generally harvested when fully ripe and then frozen, so many of their nutrients are preserved. Therefore, frozen vegetables are not automatically inferior to fresh vegetables.
Several studies found no significant differences in vitamin C, provitamin A, and folate in some vegetables between fresh and frozen. The results may vary depending on the type of vegetable, processing method, and storage time.
On the other hand, the blanching process before freezing can reduce vitamin C. Even fresh vegetables can lose nutrients during transportation and storage, especially if they are stored for a long time before consumption.
To choose, check the label for added salt or sugar, and store frozen products in the freezer properly. That way, both fresh and frozen vegetables can be part of a varied diet.
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