The topic of grilling carcinogens is probably the last thing you want to focus on while heading up for a summer cookout. The truth is when we’re playing softball or enjoying a family picnic, there’s a good chance you’re in front of a grill firing up some hot dogs, burgers, shrimp, ribs or even veggie kabobs. Normally, we just write off this time as a once-per-year gorge fest, turning a blind eye to any health concerns as well. I’m not saying that your burger and bratwurst bonanza can’t pack on pounds and clog your arteries, but the good news is that your summer cookouts don’t have to be bad for you in other aspects, such increasing your risk of cancer. With just a few simple steps, you can not only avoid grilling mistakes and drastically lower the amount of grilling carcinogens hiding out in your meals, but you can make them taste much better, too.
Meat can form chemicals that are really, really bad for you. Kaboompics // Karolina/Pexels
