by Dr. Joseph Mercola, Mercola:
STORY AT-A-GLANCE
- The documentary “Beyond Impossible — The Truth Behind the Fake Meat Industry” argues that lab-grown and cultured meats, as ultraprocessed foods, could pose significant health risks, challenging the perceived benefits of these meat alternatives
- Fake meats lack essential nutrients found in natural meats, including specific amino acids that are crucial for muscle maintenance and overall health
- Despite claims of sustainability, studies show that meat alternatives have far greater greenhouse gas emissions than traditional livestock practices