Certain Preservatives linked to increase diabetes risk



Certain preservatives, such as sodium nitrate and nitrite found in smoked and processed meats have been shown to damage your blood vessels, which could increase your risk of stroke. Furthermore, nitrates are frequently converted into nitrosamines, which are also clearly associated with an increased risk of certain cancers. In the most recent review of more than 7,000 studies on diet and cancer, executed by The World Cancer Research Fund, the researchers concluded that no one should eat processed meats for this reason. Hot dogs, bacon, salami and other processed meats may also:

-- Increase your risk of diabetes by 50 percent

-- Lower your lung function

-- Increase your risk of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

I recommend keeping these foods to a minimum in your diet, if you choose to eat them at all. And, if you are going to eat bacon, sausage, ham or any other processed meat product once in awhile, following these guidelines will at least help minimize any risk to your health:

-- Choose organic meats that are grass-fed or free-range

-- Look for "uncured" varieties that contain NO nitrates

-- Choose varieties that say 100% beef, 100% chicken, etc. This is the only way to know that the meat is from a single species and does not include byproducts (like chicken skin or chicken fat)

-- Avoid any meat that contains MSG, high-fructose corn syrup, preservatives, artificial flavour or artificial colour

Ideally, purchase sausages and other processed meats from a small, local farmer who you can ask about the ingredients.

Internet site reference: http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2011/10/10/3-foods-that-can-trigger-a-stroke.aspx


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