date:Jan 03, 2019
nited and active front is needed from policy makers, the food industry and the cancer-care community.
The UK government must raise awareness on the carcinogenic dangers of processed meats to the public, as well as support nitrite-free alternatives, UK food scientists, an NHS doctor and several members of parliament have said in a joint statement. Nitrites used to cure bacon and ham create nitrosamines when cooked, which have been proven to be carcinogenic, according to Senior Cardiologist Aseem