Do raw fruits and vegetables provide more nutrients than cooked fruits and vegetables?
Certain fruits and vegetables contain more nutrients raw, while others such as tomatoes increase cancer-fighting components when cooked. When it comes to produce, the less processed the better. For example, boiling vegetables can cause them to lose many of their nutrients. Fresh or frozen fruits and vegetables are preferred over canned. Healthy options for cooking produce include steaming, grilling, or microwaving. HCI dietitians can help answer specific questions about fruits and vegetables, but as a rule of thumb, include a variety of produce in your diet.
