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Grill meats in moderation.

By Lisa Fayed, About.com

Updated: July 08, 2009

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Limit the amount of grilled and pan fried meats you eat. When meat is cooked at very high temperatures, a reaction occurs, forming substances called heterocyclic amines(HAs). HAs are carcinogenic and are linked to cancer. Research tells us this is most true with well done or burnt meats.

Before you toss out that grill, read "Grilling and Cancer" and find out how to safely grill your favorite foods.

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