I have broccoli in the freezer and fresh broccoli in my refrigerator as I am writing this. Unfortunately, the broccoli in the fridge has been sitting there for two days already. I am notorious for leaving veggies in my fridge. So I wanted to figure out if there was any nutritional advantage to fresh versus frozen. After all, frozen is cheaper and doesn't go bad.

It sounds like a win-win to me, but is frozen as healthy as fresh?

Although diet and nutrition are a very popular topic of discussion, one often overlooked aspect of the conversation is micronutrient deficiency. Micronutrients are vitamins and minerals that can only be obtained through food or supplements. They are essential for the normal growth and development of living organisms. A deficiency in these nutrients can have profound detrimental effects, including fatigue, anxiety, and poor sleep. Sadly, these deficiencies are relatively common, especially as it pertains to magnesium.

Over the last decade, studies have shown protein to be the superior macronutrient regarding weight and fat loss. Most likely, protein aids weight loss by decreasing hunger (1,2). Weight loss occurs when you consume fewer calories than your body needs, regardless if it is a low or high carb diet (3). So eating food that reduces hunger is essential. But if you want to lose mostly body fat and maintain muscle mass mass, then you must consume enough protein (2).