PR002228 (Project)

Description:The growing demand for sustainable food sources has accelerated the development of cultured meat as an alternative to traditional meat products. This study aims to predict the safety and nutritional equivalence of cultured meat compared to conventional meat using a comprehensive metabolomics approach. In this study, we conducted a comparative metabolomic analysis of conventional chicken meat, muscle satellite cells, and differentiated cells. Our findings reveal that while the overall metabolic profiles of cultured and original meats are comparable, significant differences are observed in specific metabolites. Notably, metabolites associated with nutrient metabolism and synthesis display substantial variations among the samples. These differences suggest that the nutritional content of cultured meat may differ from that of traditional meat, potentially affecting its dietary value. Despite these differences in metabolic profiles, our analysis indicates that there is no significant impact on the safety of cultured meat itself. The safety of cultured meat remains within acceptable limits, and no adverse health risks were identified in the context of this study. However, the observed variations in nutrient-related metabolites highlight the need for further investigation to fully understand their implications. Our study contributes to the ongoing evaluation of cultured meat as a viable and safe alternative in the pursuit of sustainable food sources.