Eating processed meats has been linked to psychiatric problems. Nitrate-cured meats - things like beef jerky or bacon - have been linked to extensive periods of hyperactivity, insomnia, and attention loss in people experiencing manic episodes, according to a study.

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Eating processed meats has been linked to psychiatric problems. Nitrate-cured meats - things like beef jerky or bacon - have been linked to extensive periods of hyperactivity, insomnia, and attention loss in people experiencing manic episodes, according to a study.