Is mesquite smoked turkey healthy? A balanced perspective on the popular meat
                                
                                
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                                Turkey breast is a low-fat source of protein, but the processing methods significantly influence its health profile. When mesquite-smoked, it gains a distinctive flavor, but also introduces considerations like higher sodium content and certain compounds from the smoke.