I get that it causes cancer because it has a variety of carcinogens, but how exactly do those carcinogens provoke cancer?
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It’s a processed meat product containing nitrites / nitrates (used in the curing process) which are carcinogens (known to cause cancer); it’s red meat (a probable carcinogen); and it’s chock full of sodium and sugar, which are also unhealthy for you at those levels.
Additionally, bacon is traditionally fried for crispiness and flavor, but this method produces carcinogenic compounds like acrylamide and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons.
Doesn’t mean it’s not delicious though. All of life is a calculated risk, and everyone is willing to accept some small risk of cancer for good food.
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