Hot dogs are a popular but processed food made from a mix of pork, beef, and chicken, often including leftover cuts and slaughter byproducts. The production process incorporates additives like salt, corn syrup, MSG, nitrates, and artificial colorings like carmine.
Studies link processed meats, including hot dogs, to serious health risks like pancreatic cancer and colorectal cancer. Nitrates in hot dogs, when heated, form nitrosamines, which are associated with cancer risks. Eating just one hot dog per day can raise the risk of colorectal cancer by 21%.
On the other hand, several foods can help lower blood sugar levels, including pumpkin, seafood, broccoli, beans, lentils, chia seeds, okra, avocados, berries, eggs, oats, and fermented dairy like yogurt and kefir. These foods are rich in fiber, healthy fats, and antioxidants, which help stabilize blood sugar and reduce the risk of diabetes and other chronic conditions.