How is meat disguised?
To deceive consumers, very common practices are used:
Dyes and gases to make the meat look red and shiny
Injection of water and salts to increase weight
Freezing and refreezing, which deteriorates the quality
Washing with substances that temporarily eliminate bad odors
The problem is that appearance is deceiving, but the meat has already lost nutrients and can develop dangerous bacteria.
Real Risks to Your Health
Consuming spoiled or improperly handled meat can cause:
Bacterial infections (Salmonella, E. coli, Listeria)
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