Build a better cookout
Grilling meat over high heat may lead to the development of cancer-causing chemicals. To reduce the risk, one can keep food at least six inches from the heat source, flip food often, line the grill with perforated foil or cedar planks, or use smaller pieces of lean meat. Grilled fruits and vegetables pose a lower risk of developing carcinogens. Adding fruits and veggies to the cookout menu is also a simple way to squeeze more antioxidants and nutrients into the diet.
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