Ingredient

Pork Lamb

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Source

Animal-derived

Allergen

No

Role in food

Pork and lamb are used as the primary protein in many processed foods, especially …

What it is

Pork is the meat of a domestic pig. Lamb is the meat of a domestic sheep. Both are red meats, often sold fresh, cured, or smoked.

Why it's used

Pork and lamb are used as the primary protein in many processed foods, especially sausages, hot dogs, and bratwurst. They provide flavor, texture, and bulk to these products.

Health notes

Pork and lamb are sources of protein, iron, and B vitamins. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) lists pork and lamb as generally recognized as safe (GRAS) when used for their intended purpose. The World Health Organization (WHO) has classified processed meats, including those made from pork and lamb, as carcinogenic to humans (Group 1). Evidence for red meat's link to cancer is mixed, with some studies suggesting a link and others finding no significant association.

Allergen info

Pork and lamb are not among the 9 FDA major allergens. They do not contain gluten.

Products containing Pork Lamb

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Topco Associates, Inc. Wieners Sausages, Hotdogs & Brats High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 333kcal 13.3Protein 28.9Fat 2.2Carbs Topco Associates, Inc. Natural Smoked Bratwurst Sausages, Hotdogs & Brats High in sodium — 32% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving 351kcal 12.2Protein 32.4Fat 2.7Carbs Topco Associates, Inc. Natural Casing Cheddar Bratwurst Sausages, Hotdogs & Brats High in sodium — 26% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 297kcal 14.9Protein 24.3Fat 4.0Carbs Topco Associates, Inc. Coarse Ground Wieners Sausages, Hotdogs & Brats High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 333kcal 13.3Protein 28.9Fat 2.2Carbs Land O'Frost, Inc. Chili Cheese Smoked Sausage Sausages, Hotdogs & Brats High in sodium — 23% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 365kcal 12.2Protein 32.4Fat 4.0Carbs Topco Associates, Inc. Coarse Ground Wieners Sausages, Hotdogs & Brats High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 333kcal 13.3Protein 28.9Fat 2.2Carbs Land O'Frost, Inc. Smoked Sausage, Pepper Jack Sausages, Hotdogs & Brats High in sodium — 22% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving 378kcal 12.2Protein 33.8Fat 4.0Carbs Land O'Frost, Inc. Pork & Chicken Smoked Sausage, Spinach & Feta Cheese Sausages, Hotdogs & Brats High in sodium — 24% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 257kcal 14.9Protein 18.9Fat 4.0Carbs Land O'Frost, Inc. Smoked Sausage, Bacon & Cheddar Sausages, Hotdogs & Brats High in sodium — 22% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving 351kcal 13.5Protein 32.4Fat 1.4Carbs Land O'Frost, Inc. Mild Regular Style Natural Casing Wieners, Mild Regular Style Sausages, Hotdogs & Brats High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 333kcal 13.3Protein 28.9Fat 2.2Carbs Land O'Frost, Inc. Natural Casing Polish Sausage Sausages, Hotdogs & Brats High in sodium — 34% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 312kcal 11.7Protein 28.6Fat 2.6Carbs Land O'Frost, Inc. Natural Casing Cheddarbest Smoked Sausage Sausages, Hotdogs & Brats High in sodium — 26% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 289kcal 14.5Protein 23.7Fat 4.0Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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