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Which are more nutritious, dried beans or canned beans?

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Which are more nutritious, dried beans or canned beans?

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Although canned beans are more convenient, they contain a ton of extra sodium; so nutritionally, dried beans are a better option. Nutritionist Janet Brill, PhD, RD, shares tips for cooking dried beans.

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