EATS: Which Type of Veggie is Best?

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Q: Canned, frozen, or fresh veggies - which is best?
Here's one less thing to agonize over during your hungover Sunday afternoon trip to Trader Joe's. According to health specialists at Columbia University, canned, frozen, and fresh vegetables all have unique positives and negatives. While many of us think fresh vegetables are optimal, they're often picked before they're ripe then make a long journey to the supermarket, where they proceed to sit on shelves. During this time, 10-50% of the less stable nutrients have disappeared. Frozen veggies are actually great options, as they're usually picked when ripe then processed soon after, sealing in most of the original nutrients. Canned veggies are also processed soon after harvesting, but may be high in sodium. When you have the choice, aim for fresh vegetables from a farmer's market, followed by fresh or frozen veggies at the store depending on how soon you'll eat em.