You have been contacted by the local radio station. Their vi…

You have been contacted by the local radio station. Their viewers have expressed concern with processed meats that contain nitrite and as such think the meat industry is adding a known poison (toxin).  Informing them nitrite creates a desirable cured flavor and a nice pink color doesn’t put their mind at ease. Your task is to prepare a response to help the public understand the facts and put their mind at ease about the use of nitrite relative to toxicity.  Provide your answer in a list format of key points you want to make (one row at a time).