[AT] Healthy Eating, was "Just checking"

[Greg Hass]

A little of a trick question, but not really. I think the answer is 
correct, but could be wrong. The question is: Which is better for you- 
fresh fruits and vegetables  or canned ones? (drum roll). And the answer 
is canned ones. Before the flames start, let me go on. Nothing can beat 
fresh from the garden; however the vast majority of "fresh" produce is 
shipped long distances. In order to do this , it must be picked green 
and sprayed with chemicals to ripen it or preserve it . I have been told 
this by several trucker friends who have hauled produce. Canned produce, 
on the other hand, is usually allowed to ripen naturally and harvested 
when just right. Then it is usually canned within 12 hours. I have read 
that in the canning process you lose from 10 to 15 percent of the 
nutrients, but that it is still better than so called "fresh". Your 
mileage may vary, but it sounds good to me.
        Greg Hass