This study compares cultured meat safety to conventional chicken using metabolomics, analyzing conventional chicken, muscle satellite cells, and myotube-formed cells. Results show comparable metabolic profiles but notable differences in nutrient-related metabolites, suggesting potential nutritional variations. Despite these, cultured meat remains within safe limits, with no significant toxicity concerns. Antibiotics detected likely stem from culture medium components, not inherent cell issues. Amino acid, peptide, and fatty acid metabolism differences indicate nutritional disparities, highlighting the need for optimization to match traditional meat’s dietary value. These findings support cultured meat as a viable alternative while emphasizing further refinement to ensure nutritional parity. The study advances cultured meat’s evaluation as a sustainable, safe food source.
Source: Metabolomic insights of cultured meat compared to conventional meat | Scientific Reports