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Can you reference contradicting studies which support your statement “Sodium Nitrite which is known to be a potential carcinogen…”?
More on the Ornish plan | The Blog of Michael R. Eades, M.D. 2008
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Nitrite is a chemical usually used for curing meat.
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Nitrite is a chemical usually used for curing meat.
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Alternatives to the Current Use of Nitrite in Foods: Part 2 of a 2-Part Study.
NY State Assembly Member, Marc Alessi wins my Founding Fathers award 2009
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Sodium Nitrate/Sodium Nitrite - This is used as a preservative/antimicrobial and is found in hot dogs, sausages, ham, processed lunch meats, and smoked fish.
Understanding the Need for Limiting Your Intake of Food Additives 2008
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Sodium Nitrite or Sodium Benzoate These substances (particularly sodium nitrite) can be toxic in high doses, but the amounts present here are only enough to prevent the metal can from corroding.
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Sodium Nitrite or Sodium Benzoate These substances (particularly sodium nitrite) can be toxic in high doses, but the amounts present here are only enough to prevent the metal can from corroding.
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Nitrite (NO2) rarely accumulates except in the metalimnion and hypolimnion of eutrophic lakes.
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Nitrite protects meat fats from oxidation and the development of off-flavors.
On Food and Cooking, The Science and Lore of the Kitchen Harold McGee 2004
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Nitrite apparently inhibits important bacterial enzymes and interferes with energy production.
On Food and Cooking, The Science and Lore of the Kitchen Harold McGee 2004
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