Tag: Parasitology

Cases of Trichinosis, the disease caused by one of the most well-known parasites in pork, have fallen from an estimated 400 cases per year in the 1940s to an average of just 16 cases annually between 2011 and 2015 in the U.S., showing the risk of whether pork meat carry parasites has significantly decreased. This remarkable decline is due to massive improvements in modern farming and processing techniques, but proper cooking remains the ultimate line of defense for consumers.

Protein is the most common macromolecule found in living cells, constituting a significant portion of their dry mass. It's a foundational component for all living organisms, from the simplest bacteria to complex animals. Therefore, the simple answer to whether parasites contain protein is a resounding 'yes,' but the reasons are far more complex and fascinating than you might think.