A dietician has lifted the lid on which foods can actually be healthier to buy when they're frozen, as well as being cheaper.
The current cost of living crisis and the soaring price of groceries means that many of us are trying to slash our food bills by cutting down on the amount of food we waste at home.
Opting for frozen instead of fresh is a foolproof way to make food last longer, but there's a common misconception that shopping this way isn't as healthy.
However one diet expert says that this isn't true, and that frozen food remains just as nutritious even after a stint in the freezer.
Nutritionist Rhiannon Lambert told The Sun: "Frozen foods such as fruits and vegetables, fish, and meats and even breads that are fortified with vitamins and minerals, are just as nutritious as fresh.
"Frozen items tend to be cheaper than most fresh produce too so these are a great option if you’re looking to save some money," she added.
Buying frozen food also means you'll be wasting less as the produce lasts longer, contributing to lower food bills at home.
With that in mind, here are the five foods that are cheaper and healthier to pick up from the freezer.
Peas
Plenty of us will likely already have a bag of frozen peas in the freezer.
These are much cheaper to buy this way, and are a great healthy addition to any meal you decide to put them in.
They also contain a good amount of fibre, antioxidants and vitamins, as well as heart-healthy minerals, such as magnesium, potassium and calcium.
Garlic
Although fresh garlic is fairly inexpensive, it can be a pain trying to peel and chop it every time you want to cook with it.
So buying frozen garlic is a great alternative, as the bulbs won't lose their flavour when frozen, though they might lose some of their pungency, according to Huffington Post.
But the nutritional value remains the same, as its main ingredient allicin supports your immune system and helps to fight viruses.
Broccoli
Like peas, broccoli is a great healthy addition to any meal as it's packed with nutrients that improve gut health as well as supporting immune function.
And even when it's frozen it still carries all of its benefits, making it an absolute freezer staple that everyone should have handy.
It also cooks from frozen in around 5-10 minutes, and there's no need to defrost it before doing so.
Fish
According to Rhiannon, eating fish frozen can be a much more accessible option compared to buying it fresh.
Freezing won't affect its nutritional value - you'll still reap the benefits of the omega-3 fatty acids and vitamin D and B2 it contains.
Berries
These are great for adding into your breakfast, but buying fresh berries can often work out quite expensive as they don't always last very long.
However, frozen berries come in much bigger packs and don't go mouldy as quick as fresh ones do.
In fact, according to a South Dakota State University study, frozen blueberries contain more antioxidants, which can help to fight disease including cancer.
And frozen raspberries are a great source of vitamin C, which help to boost your immune system.
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