Which one is better for health: frozen or fresh meat?


Freshly slaughtered meats like the ones sold here in the Chow Kit wet market in Kuala Lumpur are usually praised for its taste and texture. — ART CHEN/The Star

The choice between fresh and frozen meat has been a longstanding discussion among consumers, culinary professionals and nutritionists.

With both options readily available in grocery stores and butcher shops, many people find themselves questioning which is the superior choice for consumption.

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