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Inflammation and processed meat are related because consuming processed meat increases inflammation, as stated in [1], [2], [3], and [4]. Dietary recommendations to manage or reduce inflammation explicitly advise prioritizing lean meats over processed meats [5] and reducing or eliminating processed meat [6].

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What causes chronic inflammation, and why it matters health.osu.edu The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center 2 facts
claimTo reduce inflammation, it is recommended to prioritize lean meats like chicken or fish over processed meats, fruits over sugary foods like cookies and candy, and whole grains over refined carbohydrates like white bread or potato chips.
claimPrioritizing lean meats (such as chicken or fish), fruits, and whole grains over processed meats, sugary foods (such as cookies and candy), and refined carbohydrates (such as white bread or potato chips) is an effective dietary strategy for managing inflammation.
How to reduce inflammation in the body - MD Anderson Cancer Center mdanderson.org MD Anderson Cancer Center 2 facts
claimConsuming trans fats, saturated fats, omega-6 fats, refined carbohydrates, foods with excess sugar, alcohol, red meats, and processed meats can increase inflammation and contribute to chronic inflammation over time.
claimFoods that can increase inflammation include trans fats, saturated fats, omega-6 fats, refined carbohydrates, foods with excess sugar, alcohol, red and processed meats, and excessive consumption of any macronutrient.
Acute v chronic inflammation in the body: what's the difference? cbhs.com.au CBHS 1 fact
claimRefined carbohydrates (white bread and pastries), fried foods, soda, red meat, processed meats, margarine, shortening, and lard increase inflammation in the body.
Understanding acute and chronic inflammation - Harvard Health health.harvard.edu Robert H. Shmerling · Harvard Health Publishing 1 fact
claimFoods high in simple sugars (such as soda, fruit juices with added sugars, and sports drinks), processed meat, and refined carbohydrates (such as white bread and pasta) should be reduced or eliminated to manage inflammation.
Inflammation: Definition, Diseases, Types, and Treatment - WebMD webmd.com WebMD 1 fact
claimFoods that may promote inflammation include red meat, processed meats (such as lunchmeats, sausage, and bacon), store-bought baked goods (such as cakes, pies, brownies, and cupcakes), bread and pasta made from white flour, fried foods, sugar-sweetened drinks, foods with added sugar (such as jam or syrup), and foods with trans fats (such as margarine, microwave popcorn, and nondairy creamer).