Rejecting a Delivery of Packaged Frozen Vegetables
Packaged frozen vegetables might seem like a great convenience when we are in need of a quick supper, however, there are a few reasons why you should reject the delivery altogether.
1. Lack of Nutrients
Frozen vegetables have gone through a process of blanching, where the vegetables are briefly boiled for a few minutes to destroy enzymes and bacteria. Unfortunately, due to the time spent in boiling, essential nutrients are also lost. This means that some of the nutritional components of the vegetable are lost, making them less healthful than their freshly picked counterparts.
2. Lower Quality Produce
When buying frozen vegetables, there is a possibility of lower quality produce, as the supplier goes through several rounds of selection before they freeze the vegetables. This means that the poorer quality vegetables will often get chosen before the fresher, vibrant options.
3. Contamination Risk
Due to the selection process and methods used to preserve the vegetables, there is always a chance of contamination from the source, and for this reason it is best to reject frozen vegetable delivery.
4. Pesticide Exposure
Another risk associated with frozen vegetables is the increased chance of pesticide exposure. Pesticide use is needed to preserve fresh produce for longer, so it is inevitable that some will be found in frozen vegetables.
In Conclusion
In summary, there are several reasons why you should reject the delivery of packaged frozen vegetables:
- Lack of nutrients
- Lower quality produce
- Contamination risk
- Pesticide exposure
While there may be times where frozen vegetables may be necessary, it is best to stick to freshly picked vegetables when possible.
