These dietitian-approved frozen veggies are convenient, budget-friendly and packed with inflammation-fighting nutrients!
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Inflammation is a popular topic in the world of wellness.
While some inflammation is normal and necessary, prolonged low-grade inflammation is more insidious.
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Most of us assume that fresh is the best choice when it comes to stocking up on veggies.
But thats a common myth.
Frozen vegetables are just as nutritious as their fresh counterparts.
And they are often more convenient since they frequently come pre-washed and chopped.
Whats not to love?
We asked dietitians to dish on their favorite frozen veggies to tackle inflammation.
Heres what they told us, plus their favorite tips to work more of these powerhouses into your day.
But dont overlook them.
Try using frozen green beans in thisPork & Green Bean Stir-FryorDijon Salmon with Green Bean Pilaf.
), sweet potatoes have largely avoided this fate.
Sweet potatoes contain a jot down of fiber called resistant starch that feeds your good gut bacteria.
When those beneficial bacteria thrive, they produce powerful inflammation fighters known as short-chain fatty acids.
For example, theyre both a good source of vitamin C and are packed with anti-inflammatory compounds like sulforaphane.
If youve never heard of sulforaphane before, it has been shown to decrease inflammation and oxidative stress.
This mix is also an easy way to load your plate with a variety of anti-inflammatory compounds.
So combining the two in a dish doubles the benefits.
Leafy Greens
Frozen spinach isnt the only leafy green that freezes well.
These leafy greens stand up to spinach nutrition-wise, too.
you might easily swap frozen kale for fresh in thisVegetarian Potato-Kale Soup.
Or stir some frozen collard greens into thisSavory Oatmeal with Cheddar, Collards & Eggs.
Of course, theyre a quick and easy side dish.
But theyre also a geniusingredient to keep in your freezer for making salads.
Thisguide to cooking peasprovides plenty of tips to help you make the most of your freezer stash.
Plus, theyre a cost-effective and super-convenient way to bump up the nutrition in your meals and snacks.
So, buying frozen veggies may just help you scoremorevegetables and tamp down inflammation at the same time.
Stock your freezer with green beans, sweet potatoes, leafy greens and peas.
While you’re at it, load up on a chopped bell pepper-onion or broccoli-cauliflower blend.
Theyre all easy ways to put the brakes on inflammation in no time!
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