What Those Mysterious White Stripes On Chicken Are

They're turning up now more than ever before.

Sep 27, 2017

Ever wonder what those mysterious white stripes on your chicken were? They're turning up now more than ever before. While they don't harm human health, scientific studies indicate they can affect the quality of your meat.

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