how does curing something like salmon or ham actually work and make it safe to eat?

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how does curing something like salmon or ham actually work and make it safe to eat?

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Whatever curing agent is used (salt, sugar, honey, smoke, etc) draws out excess moisture and creates an environment where nasty stuff that can make you sick can’t survive.

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