Studies have not indicated, as of yet, that white striping poses a health threat. But it does seem to be a deterrent to shoppers, who may avoid the most obviously striped chicken. It also may affect ...

Ten years ago, the poultry muscle disease known as white striping was almost nonexistent. Now, the fat-boosting ailment shows up in 99% of U.S. store-brand chickens, according to a Humane League ...

Technically, white striping means the meat is still okay to eat, as it only affects the taste or texture of the chicken. Of course, most shoppers would agree those are pretty major factors when ...

One commenter asked, "Is this true?" It's not. Experts say, white striping is caused by deposits of fat in the muscle. All the birds in a flock could have a similar size and growth rate, yet some ...

White meat chicken only contains around 10% red fibers, making it leaner, dryer, and less flavorful than dark meat, which contains around 50% red fibers and typically more fat.

If you’ve ever stood in the supermarket wondering if paying more for chicken that is free-range, antibiotic-free, no hormones added, farm-raised, natural and organic is going to make you healthier, ...