Providing children with a healthy and balanced diet every day can be challenging for parents and caregivers. Frozen vegetables are becoming a practical and nutritious option to help meet this need.
The Spanish Association of Frozen Vegetable Manufacturers (ASEVEC), together with pediatrician Dr. Laura Morlán Herrador, highlights the importance of including frozen vegetables in the diets of children aged 3 to 13 years.
Dr. Morlán Herrador explains, “Frozen vegetables are a very convenient option for today’s busy lifestyles. They help ensure children have a varied diet rich in nutrients.”
A recent study found that people who eat frozen fruits and vegetables consume more fiber, potassium, and calcium than those who do not. Frozen vegetables are available all year round, are ready to cook, and do not require peeling, cutting, or washing.
How freezing preserves nutrition and taste
Frozen vegetables keep their nutrients and flavor thanks to the ultra-freezing process. This method helps preserve important vitamins like A, C, and E, as well as minerals and fiber.
Álvaro Aguilar, Secretary General of ASEVEC, says, “Studies show that frozen vegetables can have the same or even higher nutrient levels compared to fresh vegetables stored for several days.”
Spain’s Ministry of Health supports this view, stating, “There is no reason to avoid frozen vegetables. They are a good way to always have healthy food available.”
Aguilar adds, “Encouraging children to eat vegetables from an early age helps raise a healthier and more aware generation. Frozen vegetables are a key part of making food accessible, balanced, and sustainable for the future.”
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