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In the age of social media, every aspect of our lives is subject to scrutiny, and our supermarket steaks are no exception. Recently, Woolworths, a popular supermarket chain, found itself at the center of a viral controversy over allegations of using ‘meat glue’ in its steaks. This issue exploded on platforms like TikTok, where a user’s video purportedly revealed the presence of this controversial additive in Woolworths’ meat products. The TikTok account has since been deactivated.
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The video, which gained significant traction, showed a user dissecting two steaks from Woolworths and claiming to have discovered ‘meat glue’ holding the pieces together. The user voiced suspicions, alleging that a white substance visible between the meat fibers was evidence of the use of ‘meat glue’ to bind the steaks.
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The controversy quickly spread across social media, with users expressing outrage and demanding answers from Woolworths. On Reddit, users discussed the issue, further fueling the debate. Some questioned whether Woolworths also used ‘meat glue’ in its fillet steaks, raising concerns about the quality and safety of the supermarket’s meat products.
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Woolworths’ Response to the Allegations
In response to the allegations, Woolworths issued a statement reassuring customers about the quality and safety of its meat products. A spokesperson for the supermarket emphasized that their steaks are made from whole muscle and denied the use of ‘meat glue.’ According to the spokesperson, the tenderness of the eye fillet steak is attributed to its minimal connective tissue, which allows it to separate easily when pressure is applied.
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As the debate continues, it raises important questions about transparency and accountability in the food industry. Consumers are increasingly demanding greater transparency from food producers and retailers, seeking assurance that the products they purchase meet the highest standards of quality and safety.