<<Disclaimer: Verify this information before applying it to your situation.>> Dear List: I received several answers to my questions regarding nitrites. The majority said that my reaction was most likely due to the fish itself and not necessarily to any nitrites. Many people cannot eat shell fish, salmon etc. The thinking was along these lines. A couple of people wrote that nitrites have always caused them problems and they stay away from them and try to eat only natural foods. No one seemed to think that having CD made any difference in my reaction to smoked fish and nitrites. Thank you for your help, Selma Goldman