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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Kate Ng

Colon cancer linked to nitrates in charcuterie, French authorities confirm

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France’s health authorities have found a link between additives used in processed meat and colon cancer.

The French Agency for Food, Environmental and Occupational Health & Safety (Anses) confirmed that nitrates and nitrites in ham, saucisson and other processed meat products increased the risk of colon cancer.

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