British nutritionist Rhiannon Lambert confirmed that eating some frozen foods may be more beneficial than eating them fresh, contrary to the popular belief that fresh foods are always better.
Rhiannon, who runs a nutrition clinic on London’s famous Harley Street, told the Daily Mail that recent studies have shown there is a “huge gap between consumer perceptions and the quality of frozen foods”.
I’m a nutritionist and these are the surprising foods that are better for you frozen ❄️ than fresh! @MailOnline https://t.co/IHhiD5Umu0
— Rhiannon Lambert (@Rhitrition) September 20, 2024
Here are 6 foods that Rhiannon says are more beneficial to eat frozen than fresh:
Meat
Rhiannon explained that fresh meat loses some of its nutrients over time, and it is best to freeze it to preserve its nutritional value and taste as well.
She added that fresh meat displayed in stores usually contains preservatives to keep it edible for a longer period, and therefore eating it frozen means not consuming such preservatives that may be harmful to health.
Fish
As for fish, Rhiannon said a recent study showed that omega-3, which is good for heart health, remains in frozen fish for three months.
Therefore, Rhiannon confirms that the Omega-3 element can be benefited from if the fish is frozen and then cooked during this period.
Broccoli
Rhiannon notes that frozen broccoli contains more vitamin B-2 than fresh, a vitamin essential for digestion and mental function.
She pointed out that freezing broccoli as soon as it is picked helps it retain its antioxidants.
soybean
Recent studies have found, as Rhiannon points out, that isoflavones, found in soybeans and soy products in general, help boost attention in school-age children.
She stressed that keeping soybeans frozen helps preserve the health benefits they can provide.
Spinach
She gave another example of spinach, which quickly loses its nutritional value within days, so buying frozen spinach means you benefit from the vitamin C it contains.
She also noted that frozen peas contain almost the same level of vitamins, such as vitamin C, as fresh peas.
maize
Rhiannon pointed out that frozen corn has more vitamin C than fresh corn.
Fresh sweet corn also loses up to half its sugar content within 12 hours of being picked, making frozen corn taste better, Rhiannon said.