The date on those canned beans might be a couple of years ago, but did they really go bad? We asked food safety experts to chime in. Getty Images. EatingWell design. Reviewed by Dietitian Emily ...

Many canned beans are preserved in a salty brine, which can significantly increase sodium levels. Depending on the brand, a half-cup serving may contain anywhere from 80 mg to 400 mg of sodium.

Otherwise, if that can is good to go, toss the beans into one of these 20 Easy Soup Recipes That Use a Can of Beans. Read the original article on Eating Well . Related articles ...