How Frozen Staples Can Preserve Nutrition and Cut Waste

Flash-freezing locks in vitamins, minerals, and flavor at peak ripeness.
How Frozen Staples Can Preserve Nutrition and Cut Waste
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Edith, 88, and Henry, 94, have always valued their independence—and the way that food choices shaped their healthy lifestyle. However, lately, with slower mobility and grocery prices climbing, they found themselves avoiding the effort of chopping vegetables—even the organic ones they once loved.

Then a simple tip from a loved one changed everything: Keeping frozen fruits and vegetables in a freezer at home promotes healthy eating.

Preserve Nutritional Value

Research confirms what many shoppers may not realize—frozen produce can be just as nutritious as fresh, and in some cases, even more so. Results of a two-year study published in the Journal of Food Composition and Analysis in 2017 found that although refrigeration depreciates vitamin content over time, freezing food renders it more nutritious.
Sheridan Genrich
Sheridan Genrich
Sheridan Genrich, BHSc., is a clinical nutritionist and naturopath whose consulting practice since 2009 has specialized in helping people who struggle with digestive discomfort, addictions, sleep, and mood disturbances. She is also the author of the self help book, "DNA Powered Health; Unlock Your Potential to Live with Energy and Ease."