Learn which seven sausage brands contain the most additives, preservatives, and sodium. Avoid these processed meats for a healthier diet.

Start with the foundation: choose a lower-sodium, uncured variety of hot dog with fewer additives. When you can, opt for a hot dog made from chicken or turkey to reduce saturated fat.

Research shows that eating a lot of processed and high-sodium meat—like hot dogs—is linked to increased risks of several chronic diseases, including certain kinds of cancer, cardiovascular ...