Take charge of your health: Dr. Ann asks, are canned goods healthy?

By: Dr. Ann Kulze

Canned foods are in every American home, but are they all good for us?

Although canned goods offer convenience and value, with a few notable exceptions, they are nutritionally inferior to their “fresh” or “frozen” counterparts.

Because of the high temperatures used in the canning process, heat-sensitive nutrients like vitamins C and B can be significantly diminished. Additionally, most canned vegetables contain excessive amounts of sodium, while most canned fruits come with extra sugar.

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