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Pink slime

Pink slime is a meat product that is made using parts of beef that are usually thrown away, like fat and connective tissue. These parts are treated with chemicals and then put in a machine that grinds them up into a paste. The paste is then washed with ammonia to kill any harmful bacteria. This product is then used as an ingredient in things like ground beef, burgers, and other processed meats.

Some people don't like pink slime because it is made from parts of the cow that are not considered fit for human consumption, and because of the use of ammonia. However, the government has determined that pink slime is safe to eat and it is still used in some products. Many companies have stopped using pink slime in their products due to public pressure and concerns about its safety.