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Fruits
and Vegetables: Fresh or Canned, or Frozen?
Fresh
fruits and vegetables are certainly the most appealing choice in terms
of taste and texture, but sometimes you just don't have time to buy,
wash, and chop a head of broccoli or a bag of sweet potatoes. Frozen
and canned varieties not only are an easy option that ensures you get
your daily dose, they can also be just as good for you because they're
picked fully ripe and then processed right away. Here are a few
guidelines you should follow when buying canned or frozen fruits and
vegetables:
Always look for fruits and vegetables canned in water
or their own
juices, and be sure to check the label for added salt. Avoid fruits and
veggies canned in syrup, which is loaded with sugar.
Most canned and frozen vegetables are cooked during
processing — even if only briefly — so it's important to use shorter
cooking times and lower temperatures to preserve more of their
nutritional value.
Instead of boiling frozen or canned vegetables, try
steaming, baking, or even microwaving them. These methods require less
water, which will help you maintain the nutrient value.
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