Thread: Sodium Nitrates?
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Old August 26th, 2008, 09:40 AM
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Default Re: Sodium Nitrates?
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Nitrates have been associated with cancer. That's why Dr. ATkins said to avoid them.

Also sodium may cause water retention.

So if you choose to eat products with sodium nitrate, then be aware of this and don't overindulge.
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