Tag: Boiled greens

According to a 2024 study, while water-soluble vitamins like C are sensitive to heat and can be reduced by boiling, other nutrients like beta-carotene become more bioavailable. So, are boiled greens good for you? The answer involves a nuanced balance of nutritional gains and losses.

According to a 2019 study, boiling vegetables can reduce water-soluble vitamin content, such as Vitamin C, by 50% or more, depending on the type of green and cooking time. This raises the question: can you put greens in hot water and still retain their nutritional value and texture?