These chemicals are found in everything from bacon and sausage to beets and celery — but how you consume them matters. Here‘s what the research says. Lisa Valente is a registered dietitian, nutrition ...

Spinach, chard, and beets are sources of nitrates. Unlike those in vegetables, nitrates in processed meats and water may increase cancer risk. Eating nitrate-rich vegetables can lower blood pressure ...

Share on Pinterest Cancer risk factors or boosters of heart health: What is the truth about nitrates? Image credit: Rein Cheng/Stocksy. Many studies suggest that nitrates benefit cardiovascular health ...

Share on Pinterest Nitrates and nitrites can be found in processed meats but also in vegetables and other foods. Dejan Beokovic/Stocksy Nitrates and nitrites are found naturally in soil and water.

These chemicals are found in everything from bacon and sausage to beets and celery — but how you consume them matters. Here‘s what the research says. Nitrates and nitrites are naturally occurring ...