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There’s been talk lately about canned food prices going up—some say by as much as 40 cents a can. It’s all tied to new tariffs on steel and aluminum, which are used to make the cans. As a result, food processors are facing higher costs, and of course, those extra charges will end up at the checkout counter.

Now, most folks will see this as bad news as, after all, grocery prices are already high enough. But I’ve been around long enough to know that sometimes, what seems like a problem at first glance, might turn out to be just the wake-up call we need.

For years now, people have filled their cupboards with processed and canned goods. Oh, they’re convenient, sure—but that convenience has come at a price. We’ve seen more health issues cropping up, and I don’t believe it’s a coincidence. You can’t live well on food that’s been sitting in a can for months, loaded with salt, sugar, and who knows what else. Back when people cooked with real ingredients and ate what they grew or bought fresh, folks generally felt better and lived stronger.

So maybe this price hike will push people to rethink what they’re eating. My way of thinking is, if it makes someone pause before grabbing another processed meal and instead reach for fresh vegetables or cook from scratch, that’s not such a bad outcome. It might even be the best thing that could happen in the long run.

Now, I’m not cheering for higher prices, and I’d never wish trouble on workers or families. But I do believe that good can come from hard times—especially if it brings us back to basics.

Until the next time: Keep Your Minds Open & Your Stories Alive! GW