A sandwich with a couple of slices of turkey and cheese is a cheap and quick-to-prepare brown-bag lunch, but the health warnings are clear: processed meats have been linked to increased risk of cancers, diabetes, and heart disease. As the Globe and Mail reported, the government is considering new labelling for deli meats that would prevent them from being labelled as "natural" if they contain cultured celery extract, a preserving agent that contains nitrates and nitrites.
Should we avoid processed and deli meats altogether, or are there any deli meats that are "safe" to eat?
How to choose a healthier lunch meat, and six key ingredients to avoid
