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5 Reasons to Start Canning Now

5 Reasons to Start Canning Now

Editor's Note: Today we welcome guest blogger Sarah Thrush from PeeliesNPetals. An influencer on social media platforms, Sarah is known for her passion for canning and preserving food, and we're excited for her to share her knowledge with us. Enjoy!

Canning and preserving food have many benefits that can help people save money, reduce waste, and improve their overall health. Here's why you should start canning and preserving your food now.

carrying crate of peaches for canning

#1 - You'll save money on seasonal foods.

One of the main benefits of canning and preserving food is that it allows people to take advantage of seasonal produce. When fruits and vegetables are in season, they are often much cheaper and more abundant than they are at other times of the year. By canning and preserving these fruits and vegetables when they are in season, people can enjoy them year-round and save money on their food costs.

#2 - You'll waste less.

Another benefit of canning and preserving food is that it helps reduce food waste. Many people throw away food that has gone bad because they don't eat it in time, but by canning and preserving food, it can be stored for a longer period of time and reduces the amount of food that goes to waste.

#3 - Preserving your own food is healthy.

Canning and preserving food also helps to improve overall health. When food is canned or preserved, it retains most of its nutritional value, and you can enjoy the fruits and vegetables even when they are not in season. This helps ensure that people are getting a wide variety of nutrients throughout the year, which can improve overall health.

canning and preserving jars on shelf

#4 - You'll gain control.

Canning and preserving also allows people to have more control over what goes into their food. When people can and preserve their own food, they can use natural ingredients and avoid artificial preservatives, colors, and flavors that are often found in commercially canned products. This can be beneficial for people with dietary restrictions, allergies, or who want to eat a more natural diet.

#5 - Canning is a rewarding hobby.

Finally, canning and preserving food is a fun and rewarding hobby. It allows people to be creative in the kitchen and to experiment with different flavors, ingredients, and techniques. It also allows people to bond with family and friends as they can share their creations and have fun working together.

Want to give canning a try? Find everything you need to get started here.

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 Sarah Thrush

Sarah Thrush

PeeliesNPetals’ is the brand name of content creator and educator Sarah Thrush. She is a mother and wife from the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. Sarah is a popular influencer on social media platforms, particularly on TikTok, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube, known for her passion for canning and preserving food. She shares her knowledge and experience on canning and preserving food through her posts, videos and recipes. She started her journey as a canner and preserver when she was 8 and grew up as a generational canner. Later in life, Sarah relied on her own resources to provide for her family. She learned how to can and preserve food from her grandmothers and mother, and started sharing her knowledge and experience on social media.

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