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Nitrates

Inorganic compounds commonly found in water and foods, mainly used as preservatives and fertilizers.

Mineral or nutrientUpdated Feb 11, 2026
Health score-2.0
-5Poor5

Water guidelines

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Food and supplement guidelines

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Risks

Potential formation of nitrosamines (carcinogenic), methemoglobinemia risk in infants, contamination risk from agricultural runoff

Benefits

Preservative properties in processed meats, natural occurrence in vegetables

Waters containing Nitrates

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