Shattering Nutritional Myths: Foods and Ingredients Nutritionists Avoid—Should You?
Avoid Canned Fruit, and Your Health Will Be Peachy
Eating fresh peaches is fair health advice. But many people buy canned fruits preserved in sweet syrups. These foods may last longer on the shelves, but the high amount of sugar outweighs any fruity benefits, and they do not positively impact your health.
Nutritionist Amy Gorin notes that the amount of sugar in the syrups of these tinned fruits is higher than that of many desserts! Fresh fruits already have enough sugar and sweetness naturally, as well as vitamins, minerals, and fiber. So ditch the canned fruit and invest in the real thing!
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