On the subject, the expert said: “There is a substance in processed meat products called meat glueIt is usually used in sausages and other processed meat products, and its percentage can range from 0.05 to 2% in these products. It is also sometimes used in dairy products and bread.
“This glue allows for increasing the mass of products, thus reducing their production costs, and helps improve their appearance. The main component of this glue is transglutaminase, which is produced by certain types of non-genetically modified microorganisms. Other substances are also added to the glue, such as enzymes, maltoxyedrin, and various proteins. Meat glue is considered safe when consumed in the recommended doses, and approved health standards state that no more than 50 grams of this substance should be consumed per day, as it contains preservatives and chemical additives that can pose a health risk,” she added.
“We can identify products that contain meat glue by their appearance or texture,” Pollikarova said. “They are usually thicker or stickier than processed meats that do not contain this substance. You should also pay attention to the labels on processed meats when you buy them. Meat glue may be referred to by different names and phrases on these labels, such as “high protein content,” “additional flavors,” or other phrases.
Source: Izvestia
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2024-07-26 00:59:43
