[blessedbreasts]

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

Oh gosh, I hate raw veggies more than anything! I prefer them cooked. But that's really good info.

In a way, it's good that your body lets you know that what you're eating isn't good for you. I always think of people who can get away with eating bad things and what that has to be doing internally long-term. Still, super unpleasant for you! I can't imagine getting dizzy and short of breath purely from eating a sausage.   Your body's been through it, Ella. I hope you're taking good care of yourself and getting proper rest and eating whatever healthy food you can tolerate.

Another little tidbit. Studies done proved mortality rate was better on people who ate cooked veggies. Crazy huh. By cooking (id say steaming now boiling the crap out of them) it softens them, mkes the body used less enzymes to break down the fibres. Better for you

Oh, I believe it! They found that processed tomato (tomato paste, pasta sauce, etc.) is actually better for you than raw tomato. And keep in mind that raw, cruciferous vegetables can mess up your thyroid. I remember reading someone saying "I don't think these things are meant to be eaten uncooked." As always, really good info, Ella. Thanks.