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Does eating a diet high in processed meats such as hot dogs, bacon, salami or sausage substantially increase the risk of getting Type 2 diabetes?

April 26, 2017Bacon diet eating high hot meats processed salami type 2 diabetes

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Does eating a diet high in processed meats such as hot dogs, bacon, salami or sausage substantially increase the risk of getting Type 2 diabetes?

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There are a number of potential risks associated with a high consumption of meats treated with nitrates or nitrites. Excessive consumption has been linked to an increased risk of Type 2 diabetes and certain cancers. The best approach is to limit products with nitrates.