Nitrates and nitrites are naturally occurring compounds that are found in vegetables and added to processed meats. Nitrates convert to nitrites that can become either beneficial nitric oxide or ...

In a recent study published in PLoS Medicine, researchers evaluated the association between nitrate and nitrite exposure and T2D (type 2 diabetes) development risks. Study: Dietary exposure to ...

Share on Pinterest Nitrates and nitrites can be found in processed meats but also in vegetables and other foods. Dejan Beokovic/Stocksy Nitrates and nitrites are found naturally in soil and water.

If you've ever checked the label on deli meat, you've probably seen the words "nitrate-free" or "no nitrates added" plastered across the packaging. Sounds like a good thing if it means no ...

On the inaugural National Nitrate Awareness Day, a coalition of healthcare professionals, food advocates, and brands committed to clean-label eating, today recognized the launch of No Nitrates ...

Nitrates – widely used preservatives – are found in a variety of foods. Are they good or bad? After all, they can form nitrosamines, recognized carcinogens. A new study uses the metaphor of Dr. Jekyll ...

Medically reviewed by Aviv Joshua, MS, RDN Key Takeaways Eating deli meat can increase your blood pressure due to its high salt content and additives like nitrates.  Look for low-sodium or "no added ...

Do you know why cured meats are pink? France’s national Agency for Food, Environmental and Occupational Health & Safety (ANSES) recently confirmed a link between colon cancer and nitrites as food ...

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Deli meats are a go-to protein for millions of Americans every day at lunchtime. But your turkey and Swiss cheese midday routine may be hiding a few less than desirable ingredients. Now, with so many ...