I would agree with Freydis - if they aren't causing you to stall, I wouldn't worry about it too much. You have to put it in perspective and consider how much processed stuff you ate in the past..............and even with the sticks you are consuming far less bad stuff. Processed meats of any sort seem to cause stalls for a lot of people so I try to limit them but not eliminate them. I like bacon, sausages, potted meat stuff, and those pepperoni sticks you are talking about. I just try to make sure I am not eating it everyday. That's the great thing about this way of life, it is really about moderation and not totally eliminating anything. The tiny bit in those sticks probably won't affect you in the least and if it helps you stay on the plan - it is well worth it! Cindi