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Urinary tract infections are caused by undercooked meat

Séamus Bellamy
Nov 06, 2025
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Urinary tract infections are caused by undercooked meat. Nope, your ears aren’t painted on; you heard that right. According to a recent study, if it burns with the intensity of a dying star when you pee, it could be because of that ribeye you polished off last night. Considering what you’ve been eating could be worthwhile, especial…

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