PeriodicTrend t1_j6a01tu wrote
Do you challenge the common notion that deli meat is a healthy food option despite science proving it’s not?
LizRD15 OP t1_j6f9dbg wrote
Deli meats, and any processed meats, are hardly healthy, PeriodicTrend. They are high in sodium and preservatives, including nitrates and nitrites. Nitrates and nitrites have been shown to produce cancer-causing compounds. In a study, 50g of processed meat eaten daily showed an increase in the risk of colorectal cancer by 18%.
PeriodicTrend t1_j6fcm7h wrote
Oh, I know. I was asking because I have patients time and time again ask about this following dietary consultation. While there is still a paucity of education on this subject in medical school and physicians are forced to do their own research, I still see antiquated advice pierce current recommendations. Thanks for your accuracy.
LizRD15 OP t1_j6o5qk6 wrote
It's crazy!!! I don't know how deli meats could ever be mistaken as "healthy," and the need for nutrition education in this country grows every day. Thanks for asking this, PeriodicTrend.
PeriodicTrend t1_j6o67h7 wrote
When Sodexo hires nutritionists to tout their bottom line, the misinformation becomes expected.
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