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fromTasting Table

Here's How Turkey Breast Is Turned Into Deli Meat - Tasting Table

By and large, deli meat - which includes things like turkey breast, ham, roast beef, and chicken breast - is a cut of meat that is seasoned, cooked, and sliced thinly. Processed meats like salami, pepperoni, and bologna are something else entirely. That being said, even whole turkey breast deli meat can have high sodium levels, preservatives, and other undesirable ingredients. A general rule is that it's likely that freshly sliced turkey breast from the deli counter is better for you.

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fromwww.theguardian.com

Ham sold in UK found to contain carcinogens 10 years after WHO warning

Ham and bacon sold in supermarkets still contain cancer-causing chemicals nearly 10 years after WHO warnings.

fromSlate Magazine

I'm an Epidemiologist. Here's My Take on That Scary Study About Processed Meat.

Processed meat poses a significant health risk, with new studies indicating that even low consumption levels are not safe.

fromwww.independent.co.uk

Schools urged to stop serving ham due to bowel cancer risk

Processed meat in school lunches is linked to a higher risk of bowel cancer and should be limited or removed from menus.

fromwww.theguardian.com

Relax guidance for meat three times a week in English schools, says charity

Guidance on school meals in England should relax meat requirements to promote vegetable and legume intake, says Food Foundation.

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