A Kentucky man who became allergic to red meat after repeated tick bites has found an unusual replacement: ostrich. Brent Williams was diagnosed with alpha-gal syndrome, a condition that can make people react badly to meat from mammals such as cows and pigs. Because ostriches are birds, their meat does not contain the alpha-gal molecule and can be safer for people with the allergy.
Williams, a nutritionist, started raising ostriches after a friend suggested the idea four years ago. His farm now has about 400 birds and plans to grow to around 700 next year as demand rises. Ostrich meat is often compared to beef in taste and texture, giving Williams and other people with alpha-gal syndrome a way to enjoy something close to red meat without the same risk.
Source: Dexerto
