The big debate about canned vs fresh fruit is for the most part silly. From all the research and analysis I read, the majority of confirmed agreement seems to be that fresh(obviously) is more nutritious then canned. Some nutrients are lost in the canning process, however, not all are lost. There are actually some theories as well that state that some nutrients in canned fruits are actually more potent because the fruit is picked at the moment of ripeness and canned immediately, which locks in nutrients, and fresh fruits may sometimes suffer from improper storage, and precious nutrients may be lost along the way.
The real question isnt really what to purchase "fresh or canned", because if fresh is available, and budget friendly, it is the more logical choice. The actual question is if canned fruit is available only, should it be purchased? absolutely! Go for the canned peaches, pinapples, fruit coctail etc.....if the fruit is packed in sugar and water instead of fruit juice, it should be rinsed off. Canned peaches still contain high amounts of vitamin A, C, fiber, and are low in fat. One must find options vs saying there are no options and opting for foods that have a negative affect on ones body.
I work lunch once a week at my sons school, and admitedly we do not live in a food desert, canned peaches are hands down the most asked for fruit. Atleast two or 3 fresh fruits are offered every lunch period(apples, oranges, bananas, pears, grapes, fresh cut berries) but most kids go for the peaches, even asking for two servings.
Ive made this sorbet before and it goes over great in our house, the green tea adds tons of antioxidents and doesnt leave a strong flavor, just healing goodness.
2 green tea tea bags(if green tea unavailable-black, red, berry will all do).40
2 cups peaches $1.99
2 tablespoons honey.40
2 cups water
boil water and tea bags
let stand for a 5 minutes, remove tea bag
drop in honey and stir until evenly mixed in
pour in blender with peaches and blend until smooth
refrigerate for 2-3 hours, and sorbet will be cold but soft
put in freezer for an hour for a more frozen affect
The real question isnt really what to purchase "fresh or canned", because if fresh is available, and budget friendly, it is the more logical choice. The actual question is if canned fruit is available only, should it be purchased? absolutely! Go for the canned peaches, pinapples, fruit coctail etc.....if the fruit is packed in sugar and water instead of fruit juice, it should be rinsed off. Canned peaches still contain high amounts of vitamin A, C, fiber, and are low in fat. One must find options vs saying there are no options and opting for foods that have a negative affect on ones body.
I work lunch once a week at my sons school, and admitedly we do not live in a food desert, canned peaches are hands down the most asked for fruit. Atleast two or 3 fresh fruits are offered every lunch period(apples, oranges, bananas, pears, grapes, fresh cut berries) but most kids go for the peaches, even asking for two servings.
Ive made this sorbet before and it goes over great in our house, the green tea adds tons of antioxidents and doesnt leave a strong flavor, just healing goodness.
2 green tea tea bags(if green tea unavailable-black, red, berry will all do).40
2 cups peaches $1.99
2 tablespoons honey.40
2 cups water
boil water and tea bags
let stand for a 5 minutes, remove tea bag
drop in honey and stir until evenly mixed in
pour in blender with peaches and blend until smooth
refrigerate for 2-3 hours, and sorbet will be cold but soft
put in freezer for an hour for a more frozen affect
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