How is deli meat made? The food science behind the turkey, ham and other cold cuts in your lunch

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A food science explainer breaks down how deli meats like ham, turkey and bologna are made, tracing the process from raw pig leg to sliced sandwich filling.

The piece details brining, injection needles, smokehouses and the chemical role of nitrite in color and safety, alongside notes on sodium and saturated fat content.

It closes by noting scientists are studying ways to reduce sodium in deli meats without sacrificing taste or shelf life.

The full dispatch is available from the source below.

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