Food Expert Declares All Smoked Meats 'Unhealthy' Due to Chemical Content

WARSAW, Poland – A leading food technology expert and clinical dietitian, known online as Żywność Pod Lupą (Food Under the Magnifying Glass), has issued a strong statement regarding the health implications of smoked meats. In a recent video, the expert, Dr. Karolina Kowalczyk, clarified her previous discussions on traditional smoking methods, emphasizing that both homemade and commercially produced smoked products carry significant health risks. Responding to a user's comment questioning her awareness of unhealthy additives in store-bought foods, Dr. Kowalczyk asserted that all smoked meats, regardless of their origin, are inherently unhealthy. "Every smoked meat, whether it's homemade or from a store, is junk," she stated, highlighting the presence of sodium nitrite and other chemicals used in the curing process. She explained that even traditional smoking methods, which involve real fire and smoke, often incorporate brines containing sodium nitrite, making them "hellishly unhealthy." Dr. Kowalczyk urged her audience to listen to her videos completely to grasp the full message, expressing frustration over comments that demonstrate a lack of understanding of the scientific facts presented. She firmly stated that her research and findings are independent and not influenced by any external payments, reinforcing the credibility of her nutritional advice.