Pork
Pork is the meat from the carcass of a pig. It is one of the most commonly consumed meats worldwide, with evidence of pig cultivation dating back to 5000 BC. Pork is eaten in various forms, including cooked (as roast pork), cured or smoked (ham, Italian Prosciutto) or a combination of these methods (gammon, bacon or Pancetta). It is also a common ingredient of sausages.
Even though pork is generally white in color, when cooked it is still considered "red meat" because it contains higher levels of a protein called myoglobin than chicken or fish. The amount of myoglobin contained in meat is what determines its color. Like beef, lamb and veal, pork is also classified as "livestock" and all livestock is categorized as "red meat." Pigs today are raised much leaner than they were years ago, now containing 35% to 50% less fat.
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