Hidden horror in sausages? Ukrainian dietitian exposes shocking ingredients
What kind of meat should not be eaten and why (photo: Freepik)
Sausages, frankfurters, chips, and snacks have long become a common part of many Ukrainians' diets. But according to a nutritionist, behind the bright packaging and appetizing appearance, hide ingredients that can be dangerous to your health.
In an interview with RBC-Ukraine, Honored Doctor of Ukraine, professor, and gastroenterologist and dietitian Halyna Anokhina revealed shocking details about what might be included in processed meat products. According to her, one of the components sometimes used in the production of frankfurters is… disinfected chicken droppings.
Sausages and frankfurters: Unexpected source of protein
According to the gastroenterologist, sausages and frankfurters are products best avoided. She shared stunning information from one of her lectures, where she asked doctors where the chicken droppings from poultry farms end up.
It turns out that in addition to being used as fertilizer (though this is now less common), poultry waste is also formed into blocks that can be used not only as fuel, but also in the food industry.
"There are a lot of microorganisms and proteins in feces. They are disinfected and turned into a complete protein, which is then added to those same frankfurters," the doctor explained, pointing to the hidden ingredients in everyday products.
'Meat' from oil and non-rancid cooking oil
Even more startling is the information that today, meat can be produced from petroleum.
The process looks like this: in fatty, water-insoluble crude oil (for example, spilled from a tanker), special fungi, in particular Candida, are added. These fungi consume the oil and convert it into a protein mass. This mass is then purified and used to form "meat."
It is easy to distinguish this fake meat from natural meat, as it has no bones or veins, is fat-free, translucent, and sold in small pieces.
Although in terms of amino acid content, it is "a completely normal product," its origin raises many concerns.
Furthermore, oil used for frying chips and various snacks is also derived from petroleum. This is why such products don't become rancid and don't feel greasy to the touch, even after being stored for a year or two. This is due to the use of "olestra", an oil derived from petroleum, because any natural fat eventually becomes rancid.
These revelations raise serious concerns about the quality of mass-market food products. Experts advise carefully reading ingredient lists, choosing minimally processed foods, and reducing consumption of processed meats and snacks.
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