Hi Carol,
Welcome to Schwarzbein! Yes, she discourages regular bacon as it is a damaged fat. Nitrate free meat/bacon is o.k. however, I don't know if you can find it in your regular type grocery store. I buy mine at Whole Foods Market. They specialize in a more natural type of food with lots of organic food. They do have a nitrate free canadian bacon. Perhaps you have a similar type of store in your area. Good luck to you!
Maureen (Who has been off pork rinds for over a week!)