EVERYDAY SCIENCE

Detailed explanation-1: -Nitrates and nitrites are chemicals used to preserve processed meats. Similar to haem, nitrates and nitrites cause havoc in the body by forming cancer-causing chemicals, NOCs, when we eat them.

Detailed explanation-2: -Consumption of food additives containing food products increases the risk of cancer including colorectal cancer. The intestinal microflora is also associated with carcinogenesis of CRC. The dysbiosis in gut microbiome due to dietary and environmental changes might be linked with the development and progression of CRC.

Detailed explanation-3: -Researchers have reported that artificial preservatives such as nitrates, benzoates, sulfites, sorbates, parabens, formaldehyde, BHT, BHA and several others can cause serious health hazards such as hypersensitivity, allergy, asthma, hyperactivity, neurological damage and cancer.

Detailed explanation-4: -Digestive disorders – diarrhoea and colicky pains. Nervous disorders – hyperactivity, insomnia and irritability. Respiratory problems – asthma, rhinitis and sinusitis. Skin problems – hives, itching, rashes and swelling.