Why Does No One Eat Horse Meat? Unpacking the Global Taboo
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While roughly 775,000 tonnes of horse meat were produced globally in 2022, primarily in countries like China and Kazakhstan, its consumption remains taboo in many parts of the world. The reasons behind the question, "Why does no one eat horse meat?" are a complex tapestry of historical events, cultural traditions, modern ethical viewpoints, and health concerns.
