Cold cuts can cause weight gain and lead to obesity. Obese individuals are at higher risk for heart disease and diabetes.
Most processed meats and cheeses are high in sodium. A high-sodium diet can cause high blood pressure and increase your risk of developing kidney disease and congestive heart failure. Ham, salami, turkey breast, cheddar, Swiss and American cheese are examples of high-sodium cold cuts.
Saturated fat raises levels of cholesterol in your blood and may increase your risk for heart disease. .
A 2014 study published in the journal Epidemiology found an association between eating processed meats like salami lowers sperm count.
For a safe bet, limit the amount of processed meat you consume. Try to get all-natural and grass-fed–both of which limit the number of hormones you’ll be eating.
Steer away so you can keep your weight down. Just a "food for" thought. [SF Gate-Healthy eating]
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