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" Q: Are cold cuts labeled &amp;quot;no nitrates or nitrites added&amp;quot; healthier? A: I wish I could give you a clear answer, but these newer products haven&amp;#039;t been studied closely. Nitrates and nitrites have been linked to a higher risk of cancer, but cold cuts without these added agents aren&amp;#039;t completely free of the chemicals. They&amp;#039;re generally cured using celery powder or juice, which can yield nitrite/nitrate levels as high as those in meats cured the traditional way, a new study has found. Whether these are potentially as harmful just isn&amp;#039;t known. But if you want to be sure you&amp;#039;re truly limiting the chemicals, do what I do: Make sandwiches with rotisserie chicken or fresh turkey. More Nutrition Advice from Sam:  Is Wine Really Healthier Than Beer? Do I Need to Take a Multivitamin? Is It Okay to Swap Fruits for Veggies?  "^^<http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema#string>
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