The smoked sausage is under fire. Because although the name suggests otherwise, these sausages have not been smoked for a long time, but they get this taste by adding an aroma. Now it turns out that smoke aroma health risks, which means that its use will probably be banned.1. Processed meat: Smoked sausage is processed meat. The World Health Organization (WHO) classifies processed meat as carcinogenic (group 1). This means there is strong evidence that processed meat can cause colon cancer.
2. Salt: Smoked sausage contains a lot of salt. Too much salt can lead to high blood pressure, which in turn increases the risk of cardiovascular disease.
3. Saturated fat: Smoked sausage also contains a lot of saturated fat. Too much saturated fat can increase cholesterol levels, which also increases the risk of cardiovascular disease.
4. Smoke flavor: The smoke flavor in smoked sausage often comes from added flavors that may contain harmful substances, such as PAHs (polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons). These substances can increase the risk of cancer.
