Walk into any modern supermarket and you’re greeted by neatly arranged cuts of meat—bright red steaks, perfectly trimmed chicken breasts, and vacuum-sealed packages promising freshness, quality, and value. The lighting is flattering, the labels are reassuring, and the prices often seem competitive. It all feels clean, controlled, and trustworthy. But beneath that polished presentation lies a reality most consumers rarely stop to question. The Illusion of FreshnessSupermarkets are masters of presentation. Meat is often treated with gases like carbon monoxide or nitrogen to preserve its bright red color far longer than it would naturally last. That vibrant hue you associate...
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