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Nitrate
Sodium Nitrates
- Potentially Harmful
Definition
Antimicrobial (preservative) added to meat products
Also Known As
Sodium Nitrate
Health Impact
Considered carcinogenic, leads to an increased risk of cancer.
Sources
- Nitrates/Nitrites in Food—Risk for Nitrosative Stress and Benefits
National Library of Medicine
