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Are Your Pork Loins Safe? The Burning Truth About Rare Internal Temp When it comes to cooking pork, one of the biggest questions food safety enthusiasts and home cooks face is: How safe is cooking pork to rare, especially checking its internal temperature? With rising concerns about foodborne illnesses and bacterial hazards in raw meat, many are wondering if racing to medium-rare is truly safe — and what the real science says about internal temperature thresholds. In this article, we’ll explore the truth behind rare pork loin internal temperatures, food safety guidelines, and the risks involved when cooking pork without reaching safe minimum heat levels. ---