October 2007 Archives
Fresh, frozen or canned fruits and vegetables, which is the best for you? The answer depends on the product and the season but can make a huge difference.
FDA stated, "In fact, some data showed that the nutrient content level for certain nutrients was higher in the frozen version of the food than in the raw version of the food. This is probably attributable to the fact that unprocessed (i.e., raw) fruits and vegetables may lose some of their nutrients over time under certain storage conditions."
The nutrititional value of most produce begins to deteriate the moment that it is harvested. Processing such as flash freezing and canning arrest the oxidation process. The heat used in the canning process reduces nutritional value in some product but actually improves the value in tomato product.
Today we have processing centers near the fields where the products are harvested and frozen or canned products are produced in many cases much quicker than the so called "fresh" produced can be placed in the grocery store. Processed produce often is much cheaper oz per oz because there is in short less wasteage.
Now if you are harvesting it out of your own backyard or Farmers Market, it's tough to beat the flavor.
