Canned Soup
Canned Soup
Many people turn to canned soup for a quick meal, especially when they are in a hurry. Convenience foods such as canned soups can actually be healthy. Here at CVS Pharmacy®, you can find a wide selection of canned soups from your favorite brands.
If you need a quick meal or if you're feeling ill, canned soup can be a great choice as long as you choose the type wisely. The nutritional value of canned soups depends on the kind of soup and its preparation. Canned soups contain vitamins and some fiber, which are easier to absorb as well. Overall, canned soups can be very convenient, healthy, and easy to prepare.
Best Canned Soup
If you are looking for the best canned soups on the market today, here are three essential nutrients you need to consider:
• Fiber - Fiber is essential for your gut health, and vegetables are a good source of fiber. Always check the list of ingredients and look for a canned soup with 50% vegetables or more. You can also make your soup healthier by adding legumes, beans, lentils, chickpeas, and barley and brown rice grains. These fiber-rich ingredients also help in filling you up longer.
• Sodium - Sodium is one of the major concerns in canned soup. Make sure to watch your sodium intake and keep it below 2,300 mg each day. But if you have diabetes, high blood pressure, or kidney disease, it's recommended to have a sodium intake of no more than 1,500 mg each day. Typically, a commercial brand of canned soup contains 890 mg of sodium, but there are brands with fewer than 600 mg of sodium per serving. So, always check the ingredients list.
• Protein - Some brands of canned soup contain low levels of protein. You can check your can for ingredients such as chicken, legumes, or beef to have a satisfying soup. If they're not there, you can always add them.
Canned soups, such as chicken soup, minestrone, borscht, Tuscan bean, and many more, are easy to prepare for yourself. Eating canned soup in combination with vegetables and lean meat goes a long way to helping you have a healthier soup and a healthy diet. Here at CVS, you can shop a wide selection of canned soups that are perfect for the winter or a summer night.