'Pink Slime' in 70 Percent of Ground Beef, Report Says
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There's growing concern over "pink slime" being added to ground beef.
Researchers say that 70 percent of ground beef found in supermarkets contains the cheap filler.
A former U.S. Department of Agriculture Scientist says it’s made up of the remnants of a cow carcass once all the muscular cuts of meat have been removed.
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Pink slime is a mix of ground-up connective tissue and beef scraps that are normally meant for dog food.
It is sprayed with ammonia so it is safe to eat.
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However, you won't find 'pink slime' on the label.
USDA officials consider it to be meat.
It's reportedly makes up 25-percent of hamburger patties and the "The Daily" reports that 7 million pounds of it will be served in school lunches this spring.
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