Meat protein functionality and non-meat ingredients

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How do phosphates increase WBC?

increase pH, separate actin and myosin and bind to myofibrillar proteins

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What does it mean that phosphates and NaCl have synergistic effects?

combined effect is stronger than individual effect

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What is the difference between a filler and a binder in terms of salt activated protein content?

filler: increases water binding capacity and reduces shrinkage during cooking

binder: aids with sticking

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How can salt be reduced in meat products?

by adding other preservatives - nitrates or flavourings - seasonings

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Why is water added to meat products?

increase tenderness, temperature control, replaces moisture loss

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Why are antioxidants added to meat products? What does their % of inclusion depend on?

prevent growth of microorganisms. Based on fat content