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[muffeoniv]

Is fresh fruit better for you because more nutrients are preserved? I know lot's of the nutrients are lost during shipping for "fresh" fruit. Which is more beneficial?

[e Volution]

There will be a modest loss. Details here - Processing Effects on Polyphenolic Content and Antioxidant Capacity of Blueberries

[niner]

There will be a modest loss. Details here - Processing Effects on Polyphenolic Content and Antioxidant Capacity of Blueberries

My take on this paper: Fresh is better, but not that much better. Compared to fresh, frozen berries had 17% less anthocyanins, comparable levels of total flavanols, and 11% reduced ORAC value. Considering the difference in price and convenience, I'm going to continue to use frozen blueberries.

[eternaltraveler]

it isn't known whether or not fresh fruit is good for you because every study that examines the benefit uses frozen fruit

[Sillewater]

it isn't known whether or not fresh fruit is good for you because every study that examines the benefit uses frozen fruit

Haha, that is a very interesting point. I continue to buy my vegetables and fruits frozen, its CHEAP.