For that reason,processed meat isn’t the healthiest choice for your heart.

How do processed meats affect your heart?

As touched on earlier, eatingtoo much saturated fatis associated with an increased risk of heart disease.

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How much should I consume?

Data from the dietary guidelines show that close to all Americans consume over the current sodium recommendations.

There is also uncured bacon available.

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Uncured bacon doesn’t use sodiumnitritesto cure.