19Processed meats
Processed meats are kept from spoiling by smoking or salting, curing or adding preservatives. They are packed with excess sodium, heterocyclic amines, polycyclic amines, nitrates and nitrites to ensure they smell fresh and look appetizing to the customer.
Unfortunately, there is enough evidence to suggest a link between processed meat and stomach cancer as well as colorectal cancer. Ham, sausages, hot dogs, bacon and similar products come under this food group.
Alternative: Eat organic meat that is freshly cut whenever possible. Prep your meals the night before to avoid the temptation of making a quick ham sandwich to take to work or school.
Conclusion
Can you avoid cancer in all its forms? It’s important to understand that there are several types of cancers and therefore no single cure for it. Apart from what we eat, genetics, lifestyle choices, environmental exposure and numerous other factors play a role in our health and well-being. The best we can do is treat our bodies like a temple and reap the rewards of loving ourselves in the long run.
