[EllaC]

Nitrates and nitrites in processed meat = not good.. 
Try honey cured or salt preserved meats

Yes, processed meat is HORRIBLE for you. So much sodium in it, too. I've just been eating it for now because it's cheap. But once I feel more stable financially, I'm going to switch to stuff that's better for me.

Well for what its worth they did a series about whats in our foods these days. And while they did claim processed meat more than 3 times a week ( from memory) can increase your cancer risk you can negate it somewhat by consuming it WITH raw veggies and i know you probly do that. I envy your food choices, processed meat gives me reactions now, il get real dizzy and short of breath when i eat any sausages etc. Crazy huh. I think when your body is in a state of shock or repair it tells you bythese reactions to keep away from them