Nitrates in food have long been associated with negative health consequences, putting many of us on high alert when we see food products with added nitrates, like processed meats. But there’s actually ...

Nitrates are naturally-occurring chemicals found in soil, water, the human body, and some foods — either naturally or as additives, according to the Cleveland Clinic. The nitrates in plant foods like ...

These days, it seems like there are plenty of things to worry about when it comes to our food. Sugar, trans fat, pesticides…the list of what can do us harm goes on too long. For many people, that list ...

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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 seen a “no nitrates or nitrites added” label on a package of bacon or deli meat recently, you might’ve wondered what those words even mean. Is “uncured” meat better for you? Do you have to ...

DEAR DR. BLONZ: I would like a better understanding of the differences between nitrates, nitrites and nitrosamines in food and the body. There are studies linking nitrates to colorectal cancer, but a ...