Rhonda Patrick· PhD
Nitrites are preservatives that form nitrosamines - which are carcinogens.
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We can't find evidence that holds up here. Proponents are reasoning from mechanism or analogy rather than direct human data, and the most credible skeptics raise objections we can't dismiss.
Nitrites are preservatives that form nitrosamines - which are carcinogens.
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I think intake of processed meat with nitrites should be very limited (I avoid mostly) but need more evidence for red meat.
@JoeMMA83 Processed meats are high in nitrites, get converted to nitrosamines (carcinogen) in colon & when cooked.