Is it permissible to eat meat grown from stem cells?
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There should be no haste in issuing a ruling on meat produced from stem cells until the source of these cells, the nature of the additives used in manufacturing, and their effect on human health are known. Reputable scientific bodies, such as the Islamic Fiqh Academy, should undertake the study of this issue.
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