They say you are what you eat. And if that's true, then, going by the jaw-dropping bombshells

I've got coming up, most of us are surprisingly dangerous. You may not know it, but many of

the foods you eat every day contain hidden toxins, parasites, and poisons that can cause disturbing

and sometimes deadly side effects. From poisonous cherries to worm-infested sushi,

get ready to explore the terrifying truth behind these tasty treats.

If you're a committed carnivore, I've got some bad news for you.

Processed meat may taste delicious, but it comes with some alarming risks.

It turns out any meat that's been modified to improve taste or increased shelf life like salami, bacon, or sausages,

is classified as a group one carcinogen by the

International Agency for Research on Cancer. That means that based on countless extensive studies,

scientists are certain that eating processed meat increases your cancer risk. The problem comes

from the way processed meat is prepared.

Nitrates and nitrites are used to keep meat fresh for longer,

but when we eat them, our bodies can convert them into chemicals called nitrosamines.

These can damage our DNA, contributing to cancer risk over time.

When meat is cooked at high temperatures, like on the barbecue, more of these harmful compounds

are produced, increasing the risk even further.

In fact, a study of half a million meat eaters in the UK found that eating 76 grams of

either red or processed meat a day, the equivalent of just three slices of ham, increases

your risk of bowel cancer by 20%.

This doesn't mean that you have to go vegan, but nutritionists agree that limiting your

intake of processed meat is definitely a healthy choice.

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