date:Jan 03, 2019
The expert group says that: There is a consensus of scientific opinion that nitrites in processed meats result in the production of carcinogenic nitrosamines and therefore increase cancer risk for those who regularly consume traditional bacon and ham.
For these reasons, we are concerned that not enough is being done to raise awareness of nitrites in our processed meat and their health risks, in stark contrast to warnings regularly issued regarding sugar and fattening foods, the group adds.
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