Frozen produce is nutritionally similar to fresh produce. Fresh fruits are not suitable for the longer storage duration which is why they are frozen at -18 °C to prevent its texture, flavor, and nutritional values. Fruits that will be frozen are generally picked at peak ripeness when they’re the most nutritious before being washed, de-stalked, cut, frozen and packaged within a few hours. To prevent spoiling, the fruits are treated with ascorbic acid (a form of vitamin C) that gives it a shelf life of 12-18 months.