Bacon is a favorite among keto, paleo, and Bulletproof Diet fans, but there are plenty of health concerns about cured meats. One of these is the use of nitrates in processed meats, like bacon, which may cause cancer.

Whether you're following a low carb diet, a paleo or keto diet, or just want to make sure you're getting plenty of vegetables in your diet, nitrate free bacon is the way to go. But it's important to understand what makes this bacon special, and how it differs from traditional cured pork products.

Nitrate free bacon (also known as nitrite free bacon) is a new kind of bacon that's made without using the additives that cause health concerns, such as nitrosamines. These additives are traditionally added to meat products, including processed bacon, ham, hotdogs, and other deli meats. They preserve food, and provide a bright pink color and taste...