I'm pretty sure that these two preservatives are actually carcinogenic, I also think if I remember rightly that the E number for them is E250. >How harmful are curing salts? > > > > > >Thus, "uncured" bacon means bacon that is cured (preserved), > >without using curing salt (sodium nitrate or sodium nitrite). > > _________________________________________________________________ Unlimited Internet access for only $21.95/month. Try MSN! http://resourcecenter.msn.com/access/plans/2monthsfree.asp