Pregnancy food guidance
Lamb
Depends—Cook temperature matters
Whole cuts of lamb should reach 145°F and rest for three minutes; ground lamb should reach 160°F.
What changes the answer for Lamb
- Use a food thermometer.
- Avoid raw or very undercooked lamb.
- Ground and whole cuts require different temperatures.
Why it matters for Lamb
Undercooked meat can carry harmful germs and Toxoplasma.
Practical takeaway
Ask for a measured safe internal temperature.
Sources and review details
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- Guidance region
- United States