Canned fruits and vegetables have as much vitamin A as fresh produce, but heat processing destroys some vitamins and fiber. To reduce sugar and salt that are added to fruits and vegetables when canned, drain canning liquid and rinse. If people have difficulty chewing. If people do not have storage or cooking facilities. Use fruits and vegetables to adapt food bags for different families.
Fruit juice is enjoyed by families with children.
Canned fruits and vegetables are used more easily than fresh by seniors or others with chewing problems. Preference for fruits and vegetables is cultural. Asians generally prefer green leafy vegetables. Hispanics and Italians may prefer tomato products. Northern Europeans prefer potatoes.