Do preservatives, nitrates, food additives, and other food chemicals cause cancer?
You know, we hear a lot of news stories linking various additives and chemicals and food colorings with cancer risk. It’s certainly possible. But at this point, the evidence hasn’t shown any real connection. In fact, some preservatives seem to be antioxidants, which could mean they’re actually protecting us. I think people can get a little too preoccupied with these theoretical connections when they would be better off focusing on better established ways of reducing their risk of cancer — weight loss, exercise, and a healthier diet.
