{
  "id": 3931724,
  "title": "Scientists tested 212 plant-based meat alternatives. Every one contained fungal toxins",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/28/scientists-tested-212-plant-based-meat-alternatives-every-one",
  "topic": "science",
  "section": "Science",
  "published": "2026-08-28T09:01:51.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "ScienceDaily Health",
    "slug": "sciencedaily-health",
    "url": "https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/08/260828005216.htm"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
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  "summary": "Every one of 212 plant-based meat alternatives and drinks tested in the UK contained at least one naturally occurring fungal toxin, though concentrations remained below recommended EU guideline levels. Researchers say the bigger question is whether regularly eating large amounts of these foods could lead to potentially concerning cumulative exposure over time.",
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        "title": "Scientists tested 212 plant-based meat alternatives. Every one contained fungal toxins",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/28/scientists-tested-212-plant-based-meat-alternatives-every-one-3933139",
        "published": "2026-08-28T09:01:51.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}