Frozen > Fresh? The Healthy Eating Shortcut No One Talks About (But You Should Be Using)

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Let’s be real—sometimes the idea of chopping, washing, and prepping fresh veggies and fruit is enough to make us not eat them at all.

We know we should eat more greens and berries, but between busy schedules, chaotic mornings, and "I just can't" energy levels, fresh produce sometimes goes bad before we even touch it.

Here’s the truth: frozen vegetables and fruit are just as good as fresh—sometimes even better.


Wait—frozen is healthy?

Yup. Here’s why:

Frozen produce is typically picked at its peak ripeness. That’s when it’s most flavorful and packed with nutrients. Then it’s flash-frozen—basically frozen super fast—to lock in all that good stuff like fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants.

Meanwhile, fresh fruits and veggies from the grocery store may have been sitting in transit or on the shelf for days (or even weeks). Nutrients degrade over time, especially when produce isn’t stored properly. So by the time you eat it, it's not always as “fresh” as it looks.


Here’s how it works:

  • Farmers pick fruits and veggies when they’re fully ripe.

  • Within hours, the produce is washed, cut (sometimes), and flash-frozen.

  • That freezing process locks in flavor and nutrients without needing added preservatives.

  • You toss a handful into your smoothie, skillet, or soup—zero prep, zero waste.


The Real-Life Benefits:

  • Saves you time (hello, no chopping onions).

  • Saves you money (no more wilted spinach in the crisper drawer).

  • Reduces food waste (use only what you need, store the rest).

  • Keeps you consistent with eating healthy—even when life gets busy.

Whether it’s blueberries in your oatmeal, frozen spinach in your eggs, or a veggie stir-fry straight from the freezer, these powerhouse options are perfect for real-life humans who want to eat well without the overwhelm.

So the next time someone gives you side-eye for using frozen broccoli, tell them it’s called being efficient.

You’ve got things to do—and eating healthy shouldn’t be a full-time job.


Frozen produce isn’t a shortcut—it’s a smart choice.

It’s affordable, convenient, and just as nutrient-packed as fresh, making it one of the easiest ways to stick to your healthy eating goals without the stress. So whether you're balancing work, kids, gym time, or just trying to make it through the week, let frozen fruit and veggies work for you.

✨ Eat well. Stay sane. And don’t overthink the spinach.
You’re doing amazing—frozen peas and all.

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Lisa | CPT & Coach

hey all, I’m Lisa, a certified personal trainer and the founder of Body. Mind. Mood.

🫶🏻I'm passionate about helping people improve their physical and mental health through exercise… everyone deserves to feel good about themselves.

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I really believe that a healthy lifestyle is about more than just exercise and diet.

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It's also about finding a balance between your physical and mental health. I want to help you create a lifestyle that you can stick to, and that will help you reach your goals.

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