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The Bottom Line
If you notice a rainbow shimmer on your deli meat, don’t panic.
In most cases, it’s simply an optical effect caused by light reflecting off the meat’s natural fibers. It doesn’t mean the meat is spoiled, contaminated, or treated with unusual chemicals.
Instead of focusing on the colors, rely on the signs that truly matter:
Smell
Texture
Packaging condition
Expiration dates
As long as those check out, your rainbow-colored slice of ham or
