C. James Strutz wrote:

> NOt to
> mention e-coli, salmonella, trichinosis, listeriosis and other bacterial
> infections. More good reasons to avoid meat products.

The bacteria are normal inhabitants of animal digestive systems.
Nothing new about them being in our food supply.

Trichina are parasitic worms, all but eliminated in commercial pork in
the US. Still to be found in bears, home-raised pigs and a few other
critters. Not much of a problem nowadays.

We're evolved to handle low-level quantities of the bacteria since
we've coexisted with them for millions of years. Compromised immune
systems and extremely high levels of the bacteria can cause problems.
For most people, not an issue.

Pastorio