Is Uncured Lunchmeat Healthier? Separating Fact from Marketing
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According to a 2019 Consumer Reports study, uncured deli meats contain similar levels of nitrites and nitrates as traditionally cured products. This fact challenges the common perception that uncured options are a significantly healthier alternative, prompting the question: is uncured lunchmeat healthier, or is the labeling just clever marketing?