nitrates

Question
We have a history of obesity in my family so when I send my kids (2 and 4 yrs old) to preschool, I mostly send sandwiches with turkey lunch meat (rather than peanut butter/jelly).  But I never knew these lunch meats had nitrates in them!  I knew hot dogs had them, but not lunchmeat.  I have been serving them lunchmeat nearly everyday for years.  Have I increased their cancer risk?  Is there a lunch meat that does not have nitrates?

Answer
Hello Michelle!


   Applegate Farms has a nice selection of both organic and antibiotic-free lunchmeats. For more information, visit www.applegatefarms.com/.   
   Since you have growing children who need good nutrition.  I would also recommend you check out a product called Juice Plus gummies at www.juiceblend.com   The gummmies contain nutrients from fresh fruits and vegetables.  They would be perfect for your children brecause they are delicious and nutritious!

For more answers to your nutrition questions check out "Ask the Nutritionists" by George Rapitis at www.authorhouse.com or your favorite bookstore.

-George Rapitis, Bsc. Nutritionist
www.juiceblend.com  

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