The 116 things that can give you cancer – the full list

[johcaschro]

# 34 Chinese-style salted fish: Diets that are very high in salt-cured meats and fish, or pickled foods – which are more common in parts of Asia and northern Africa – can increase the risk of nasopharyngeal cancer, related to the upper part of the throat behind the nose. These foods can be very high in nitrates and nitrites, which react with protein to form nitrosamines. These chemicals can damageDNA.

http://www.theguardian.com/society/2015/oct/28/116-things-that-can-give-you-cancer-list

Oh b um. and I have one and a half jars of "Crispy Anchovy with Wasabi" (product of China) left. What to do?

Throw it away or continue to eat it knowing that it may be packed with nitrosamines and doing me harm?

It's a poor show when even the food you buy in the shops could damage your health.

[tommy.irene]

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-3296075/Trying-lose-weight-Ditch-low-fat-diet-Scientists-c...............

Low-fat diets do NOT work: Scientists cast doubt on years of health advice after concluding there is no evidence that reducing fat intake helps cut weight

• There is 'no evidence' to support belief that people should reduce fat intake
• Scientists claim health officials should instead focus on portion sizes
• People should also be wary of unprocessed foods instead of fats and carbs
• Evidence suggests not all fats are bad, and some may help reduce weigh

Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-3296075/Trying-lose-weight-Ditch-low-fat-diet-Scientists-c...

[imastawka]

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@jds_noise wrote:

And I want a coffin with a crank that plays Pop Goes the Weasel when it's turned.

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OMG  I so want one of those.

Have put the order in with my daughter

[the_great_she_elephant]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rzCqFP-iFF4

[ooak3]

any one find it a bit suss that the week after this NEWS that processed meat is bad for us 

a company has adds on tv for a HEALTHY cold meat selection (has olive oil in it) 

geez talk about timing!!!!!