A chemical that may be formed from the metabolism of nitrates which are common preservatives used in processed foods. Also: Nitrosamines

	Molybdenum As A Treatment "...In the soil and possibly in the body, as the enzyme nitrate reductase, molybdenum can reduce the production or counteract the actions of nitrosamines, known cancer-causing chemicals, especially in the colon..." Pancreatic Cancer Our Question about luncheon meat consumption "...Sodium nitrite is a precursor to highly carcinogenic nitrosamines -- potent cancer-causing chemicals that accelerate the formation and growth of cancer cells throughout the body..." Recommendation Plant-Based Nutrition "Diets high in meats, fried foods and nitrosamines may increase the risk, while diets high in fruits and vegetables may reduce the risk of pancreatic cancer..." Stomach Cancer The Condition "...In particular, certain food preservative chemicals known as nitrosamines, which are found meats such as bacon and ham, may lead to an increased risk of stomach cancer..." Our Question about luncheon meat consumption "Nitrates and nitrites, such as those in hot dogs, lunch meats, and other cured meats, increase food levels of nitrates, which can lead to the formation of carcinogenic nitrosamines in the stomach..." Vitamin C Related Topic "...As an antioxidant, it inhibits the formation of nitrosamines (a suspected carcinogen)..." Zeolites As A Treatment "...When meat is cooked, particularly if burned, nitrosamines form..."

Last updated: May 10, 2007