Is 80/20 Ground Pork Lean? Separating Fact From Fat
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According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), 'lean' meat must contain less than 10 grams of fat, 4.5 grams of saturated fat, and 95 milligrams of cholesterol per 100 grams. Given this standard, is 80/20 ground pork lean? The answer requires a closer look at its specific lean-to-fat ratio and how it compares to other cuts.
