Why can you eat cured meat?
Chef's answer
This process isn't failsafe, though, as many pathogens are salt tolerant, and cured meats may not reach salt levels high enough to prevent bacteria growth. According to the National Center for Home Food Preservation, dried hams are particularly at risk for Trichinella, Staphylococcus and mold.
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Treatment is not necessary in mild cases, but patients should drink plenty of liquids to replace fluids lost through diarrhea. Although there is no evidence that antibiotics decrease the severity or duration of illness, they are sometimes used in severe or prolonged illnesses..
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Curing is any of various food preservation and flavoring processes of foods such as meat, fish and vegetables, by the addition of salt, with the aim of drawing moisture out of the food by the process of osmosis..
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Cured salmon is not cooked. The salt and sugar used preserve the salmon so cooking is not necessary. Cured salmon is typically cut into thin slices and served raw.
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It's packed with high quality protein, essential omega-3 fats, and several vitamins and minerals. However, it contains a significant amount of sodium, and cold-smoked varieties may increase your risk of listeriosis. Still, this smoky delicacy can be a healthy addition to your diet when eaten in moderation.
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The answer, in short, is if it is cured, smoked or baked, ham is considered "pre-cooked," and would not technically need to be cooked. ... As a deli meat, it can be eaten right out of the refrigerator, but other hams are typically reheated for improved flavor and texture.
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Some calorie- and fat-conscious eaters choose turkey bacon as a healthy alternative to the pork variety that traditionally graces breakfast tables. But, according to dietitian Laura Jeffers, MEd, RD, LD, this substitute is still high in saturated fat and sodium and doesn't carry as many health benefits as many believe.
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Simply put, uncured bacon is bacon that has not been cured with synthetically-sourced nitrates and nitrites. Instead, uncured bacon is cured with natural nitrates, found in celery, beets, and other veggies..
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