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Whole-food lean protein source. Processed/cured turkey products (deli meat, smoked turkey) fall under the IARC Group 1 processed-meat classification, but plain turkey meat does not.

Found in

3,307 products

What it is

Meat from domesticated turkey (Meleagris gallopavo); a whole protein food.

Whole-food protein; contributes flavor, texture, and nutrients.

Why it's flagged

foodborne pathogen risk (Salmonella, Campylobacter) if undercooked

What regulators actually say

"All poultry should reach a safe minimum internal temperature of 165 °F as measured with a food thermometer."

USDA FSIS — Turkey Basics: Safe Cooking — fsis.usda.gov

Regulatory status

United States — FDA

Whole food; regulated by USDA-FSIS (poultry inspection).

European Union — EFSA

Whole food; no additive evaluation required.

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