Manufacturers often add salt to processed foods in order to prolong shelf life.
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Five reasons to ditch processed meat

Eating processed meats is a health risk as they contain high amounts of salt, sugar and fat.
Could mushrooms be the secret to healthier, tastier meat? A new study reveals how these natural umami powerhouses can slash salt while keeping the flavor — and improve nutrition too. Main mushrooms ...
Black salt is less processed than regular salt and contains small amounts of trace minerals and antioxidants, but its health ...