Learn more about why pork has gained a reputation as a white meat. See how pork compares nutritionally to other meats. Also, find your guide to the leanest cuts of pork and see how pork producers have responded to consumers' demands for leaner pork.

Topics in this section:

• Vitamins and Minerals in Pork - Take a close look at the vitamins and minerals found in pork.

• Fat in Pork - Examine the leanest cuts of pork, the dietary guidelines for fat intake, and tips for trimming fat from your diet.

• Leanest Cuts of Pork - Look to this list of pork cuts for the leanest choices.

• Serving Size - Review recommendations for meat serving sizes from the Food Guide Pyramid.

• How Pork Compares to Other Meats - See how pork stacks up against other meats in terms of fat, calories, and cholesterol.