Why is processed meat not seen as healthy meat?

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14gurlz2gagonit · Accepted Answer

I'm going to use Chicken nuggets as an example. They shred up the meat and then mix it with a bunch of soy and chemicals and then press it into a shape, which may be into the shape of dinosaurs, then it's fried in seed oils and flash frozen, all so your kid can eat microwaved shit with some meat in it... but at least they're shaped like dinosaurs.

To top it off those dino-nuggets are not even allowed to be sold in places overseas because they don't meet health requirements. So we have these companies producing meat paste that can't even be exported to someone outside of this country whom is basically cared for more than your kids eating overpriced meat paste nuggets that are only cool because they're shaped like dinosaurs.

I could go on with things like hot dogs where soy and paper are added so they expand when cooked just so you get plump looking wieners to shove in your mouth, but I'll stop at the chicken nuggets and highly suggest you just go for chicken tenders which is just actual strips of chicken and all the bad shit is in the breading and what they're fried in just like the nuggets.

So what is in all the shit they add to the meat... mostly excessive amounts of various types of sodium and/or other preservatives. All to improve shelf life.

Off topic a bit, but I'm a beer drinker and there is also a reason I wouldn't suggest drinking piss beers like Budweiser. Formaldehyde is how they keep dead bodies fresh and when consumed it will give you a fucking wicked dehydration headache. They don't have to list that as being in their beer because it's an alcohol product, but yeah that's why one type of beer due to it's low alcohol content will give you a heavy hangover rather than a strong beer with around 8 to 9% alcohol instead of 4%. Oh they can't use that in Australia? Well now you know why their beer has a higher % of alcohol than the same product sold in the United States.

Anyways, if you find a powdered form of formaldehyde and told me they put that in the meat paste in America... you wouldn't surprise me. It would just be yet another reason I hope RFK Jr. will actually slap the shit out of the producers of that crap. If we can't sell cigarettes just because of cancer causing agents, then we need to do the same to dino-nuggets!

Stevepro68 · Accepted Answer

That is a good question and the answer is complicated. Processed is by itself a term which lacks meaning. Although there is some evidence that smoked meats raise the risk of cancer. Meat in general is not a good item to make the majority of diets. Processed is like the term porn it means different things to different people. Is hamburger processed? For that matter does anyone really have unprocessed meat. Basically slaughter your own animal. Chemophonia, conspiracy theorists, health guru's throw around the word processed like it is a meaningful term. Humans live on this planet quite well with over 9 billion of us now. They eat widely varied diets with all different kinds of meat. I would say minimize meat overall in your calories and it doesn't matter what meat you are eating. If you have one slim Jim a month is that really worse for your health than daily organic fresh chicken thighs? Some would say yes I would say that is not really supported by the evidence.

purplepoppy · Accepted Answer

The meat itself isn't the issue its the preservatives that are the problem. A good sausage is just ground pork, breadcrumbs, and herbs. A cheap processed one will be packed full of chemicals.

Another issue is the type of meat used. Young High quality animals get sent to be made into steaks and joints while older, often diseased animals go towards dog food or processed meals. Technically it should be safe but the budget brands are barely legal when it comes to bacteria levels and additives.

Nikki1989 · Accepted Answer

Processed meat is one small step away from poison. There are good reasons why cancer is so common, and processed meat is one of them.

FreyaRed · Answer

Curing, smoking and drying is the oldest meat processing method. Pink curing salt contains 5% sodium nitrate and 95% cooking salt. Sodium nitrate can be deadly if you eat it in 100% concentration with a table spoon. But you can't buy it in this shape. Sodium nitrate decays in 12 hours while being in contact with meat. It makes meat intense red and prevents oxidation. Curing salt isn't dangerous as long as you don't use it for you breakfast tomatoes or eggs over years.
This processing method is millennia old but food industry is always willing to poison their customers with chemicals just to save few hours time and few bucks. If you want avoid sodium nitrate don't buy bacon, ham, sausages with intense red color.

molonski2 · Answer

Because its NOT real , its full with preservatives , its full with Sodium , its fat content is high , often it even has sugar , there is nothing that is processed that is any good , but some are even worse than others , it takes little effort to grill a piece of real meat..

Always consume that which is real , from every food group. These preservatives do massive damage to the bodies metabolism , and are proven cancer causes , just put this stuff on your " never , ever , ever " list , with fast food , processed sugar , and processed carbohydrates.

NoDecision · Answer

Too many preservatives in it. Also consider all the hormones added to plumb up the cows, pigs, etc. Although everyone loves a good hamburger or steak, it makes you wonder if it is best to stay a vegetarian.

ohsheeT · Answer

Because it has all the chemicals and preservatives in it to keep it fresh or longer. Basically, anything man touches.
He ruins it.

And if you think about it.
Whether it's processed or not they're still feeding Animals, hormones. And every else to make them fatter so no matter what we are still eating something that's not good for us one way or the other

Amy10223 · Answer

I am not positive--but I am going to guess that it is the unhealthy food additives that are added to it, and other chemicals that are not good for humans. We need to steer clear of highly processed foods because they cause all kinds of conditions in children (learning disabilities, hyperactivity) and for adults those additives are not natural, not healthy.

WindAtMyBack · Answer

Mostly because of the salt, and possibly nitrates and nitrites.

There was a huge study of over 100K people. It showed a significant increase in cardiovascular disease for people who ate processed meat regularly vs people who ate unprocessed meat.

NathanDavis · Answer

besides what everything else already said... it's also very cheap and available, and usually eaten with other highly processed stuff which is as unhealthy or even more unhealthy

Erin2003 · Answer

Chemical preservatives are added to enhance shelf life, appearance, and taste. Most, if not all, of these are not natural additives and are unnessesary.

llorando · Answer

Not all processed meat is seen as unhealthy, just the ultra-processed meats, and then the meat isn't really the issues, but all the additives added while processing it. Some meats don't even need to be ultra processed, but they are because it's both cheaper and improves taste and shelf life. Jerky is one example of meat that doesn't need to be ultra-processed, I make my own because the store-bought stuff is ultra processed.

XXblack88 · Answer

There's usually a lot of chemicals in processed meats meaning it's not as clean.

Anitha001 · Answer

get a package in your hands, turn it around and look up all of the additives on the internet. start with the ones starting with E-. You'll have your question answered. In general they cause inflammation and increase the risk of cancer.

Zack-Bann · Answer

Look it up on YouTube you’ll see with your own eyes why it’s not healthy when you watch how it gets “processed”

jahaims · Answer

Processed meat is any meat that has been preserved through salting, curing, smoking, or the addition of chemical preservatives to improve its taste or extend its shelf life. Modern processes fill the meat with harmful chemicals.

CaptainObivous · Answer

Processed meat is full of chemicals that are considered unhealthy and potentially cancer causing.

OlderAndWiser · Answer

There is an inherent distrust for all things processed.

worldscolide · Answer

Processed usually means added chemicals added which is not good. Think pre-made frozen meats.. Granted where you live, it's likely illegal to do what they do here

DJB72 · Answer

So much crap is added to it. I'll rather take the scraps of real meat and make my own without the additives.

Cormac995 · Answer

because it's full of artificial chemicals that have been proven to be linked to cancer.

ProbablyClueless · Answer

It has a bunch of stuff added into it. You get all the preservatives, chemicals, and other byproducts from the manufacturing process.

OneViewpoint · Answer

Ummmm... additives, fillers, salt, sulfites and other preservatives, artificial dyes. Yum!

exitseven · Answer

The dead giveaway is the word "processed" it is loaded with sodium and preservaives.

alice55 · Answer

because it's not? It have been proved to be dangerous, too salty, too fat etc..

IslaTheWitch · Answer

because any processed food isn't healthy

DrPepper12 · Answer

Additives, preservatives, artificial flavors & colors, artificial dye, added sugar and mystery poison ☠️🚫

Nice222 · Answer

Too many chemicals, and potential of metals from production.

rizzzz007 · Answer

Because processed meat developed harmful bacteria which make human really sick. Meat is starting rotten as soon as cut from body of animal so it is good eat it as soon so it will be benefited

glennos89 · Answer

Anything processed isn't as healthy as natural fresh meat

Surely · Answer

Like everyone else stated. Not good quality meat with added chemicals and other not so good for you things.

Jennz6 · Answer

It’s the chemicals and sodium that are used to make it last longer but it causes cancer

onedarkcloud · Answer

Have you looked at the chemicals in the PROCESSED MEAT, and you have your answer. It looks like a failed chemical experiment.

LiamS95 · Answer

For one thing it's super high in sodium content.

Dongie · Answer

It has a lot of sodium I'm it and other preservatives.

Anonymous · Answer

It’s probably less healthy than a steak, so I see Secretary Kennedy’s point

msc545 · Answer

Processed meat has been associated with cancer. That's why.

chrissykerdock · Answer

sodium could be high as 70 percent

katiesmuff · Answer

Because of the salt and other chemicals added/

fuddly · Answer

I'd consider all meat unhealthy🙂 Fat bad for heart Animal protein cancerous

lucy901 · Answer

For me I don’t like meat

slatyb · Answer

Additives -- nitrites in particular.

LiamJHayden · Answer

Additives added, nutrients stripped.

EmmiL · Answer

Because its mixed up no?

blackeagle007 · Answer

The term speaks for itself

In_Trance · Answer

Because of the chemicals that are added

wkhan_87 · Answer

Because it's not fresher  Fresh meat is better

Anonymous · Answer

No meat is actually healthy.

itsannalee · Answer

Because it’s not

RedInnocent69 · Answer

Nitrates

zombiewoof · Answer

Chemicals

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