In these fast and busy times, it is very common to see children live off food that are easy to prepare and put on the table before they throw their next tantrum. One such food is hot dogs. These days, it is very popular among parents and children alike. But many experts claim that this popular choice of food may not be safe for children. Even the World Health Organization (WHO) has released the results of a comprehensive review of decades of research, concluding that hot dogs may raise the risk of cancer.
Hot dogs are classified as processed meat. Regular consumption of processed meat has been linked to various health issues, including heart diseases and colorectal cancer. Many research have marked the chemicals used for making processed meat as the main culprit behind this. Processed food is also notorious for having high amounts of fat, salt, or sugar.
Having a hot dog occasionally may be harmless but keeping them as a regular staple in your children’s diet could cause many health problems in the long run. To avoid these health risks, a balanced diet is recommended for children. If hot dogs had been the easy and affordable solution for your picky child’s midday hunger so far, you better replace it with some healthier substitutes right now.