Scientists are reporting that the mucus lining the stomachs of pigs could be a long-sought, abundant source of “mucins” being considered for use as broad-spectrum anti-viral agents to supplement baby formula and for use in personal hygiene and other consumer products to protect against a range of viral infections. Continue reading
Monthly Archives: December 2012
RACTOPAMINE IN THE EU
In some countries, ractopamine is a drug that is used as a feed additive to promote leanness in animals raised for their meat. Continue reading
RUSSIA BANS AMERICAN PORK
The USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service is warning the meat industry that Russia may ban imports of US beef and pork on Moscow’s requirement that meat be tested and certified free of ractopamine, a feed additive. Continue reading