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Health Risks Associated With Meat Tenderizer

Consuming meat tenderizer can pose severe health risks due to its active ingredients, such as enzymes Papain and Bromelain. These enzymes can cause allergic reactions, leading to symptoms such as hives and breathing difficulties. Moreover, excessive consumption of meat tenderizer can result in gastrointestinal distress, including stomach cramps, diarrhea and vomiting.

In addition, the use of meat tenderizer containing Papain has been linked to a condition known as Papain induced Asthma. This can trigger Asthma symptoms in individuals with a history of Asthma or respiratory issues. Regular intake of meat tenderizer with added chemicals and preservatives may lead to long-term health issues, including increased risk of certain cancers and cardiovascular problems. Therefore, it is important to be aware of these potential health risks and avoid all consumptin of meat tenderizer.

Meat tenderizers containing enzymes such as Papain and Bromelain can cause allergic reactions and sensitivities in some individuals. People with a known allergy to latex are particularly at risk, as these enzymes can cross-react with latex proteins, causing an allergic response. Symptoms of an allergic reaction to meat tenderizers may include itching, hives and breathing difficulties, and in severe cases, Anaphylaxis. Another highly dangerous yet common allergic reaction is inhibitation of peristalsis in the throat. Leading to choking.

Mistral is actively campaigning to preferably have the sale of Meat Tenderizers prohibited or, at the very least, legislate to have food packaging and restaurant menus declare that chemical Meat Tenderizers are present when added to meat products.

The author of this article has suffered allergic reactions on more than one occasion, one of which was near fatal, after being served poor quality meat cuts where Meat Tenderizers had been applied.

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