Research reveals carcinogen in KFC grilled chicken

KFC is already being asked to discontinue the sale of it's popular grilled chicken product by the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM) after testing found that the food product contains a carcinogen known to cause breast, colon, prostate and several other cancers in humans.

Six samples containing two pieces each of KFC grilled chicken obtained by a PCRM scientist from six different KFC restaurants were tested at Columbia
Analytical Services (CAS). The Kelso, Washington environmental testing laboratory is certified and independent. Laboratory personnel were not aware of the samples being the product of KFC. Tests utilizing proven detection methods found that all twelve pieces were positive for the following HCAs: PhIP, IQ, MeIQ, and MeIQx. HCAs or heterocyclic amines, is a chemical family of cancer causing agents discovered in multiple scientific studies. PhIP was found in the most significant amount with the others being present in smaller concentrations. PhIP is a chemical that is not found naturally in chicken or other meats but rather forms when the meat is heated to a satisfatory degree during cooking, including grilling, pan-frying, or barbecuing.

This issue certainly bears further scrutiny and, at the least, cautiousness on the part of the consumer. Click here for more details, including a link to the actual report.

Special thanks to C. Lewis for the email alert!