Farmed chickens are routinely (and legally) given a drug that promotes growth, kills intestinal parasites and creates a pinker hue to the chickens body. Use of the drug has been suspended by the FDa until a full scientific investigation can be made to determine of the levels of arsenic (which is a known carcinogen) are acceptable for human consumption. [via New York Times]
Honestly no level is acceptable to me. This is a good example of why organic farming practices are so important.
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