The bigger the piece of meat, and the higher your cooking temperature, the greater this effect will be. See Also: How to Roast Meats. One final note: The new guidelines only apply to whole pork cuts like chops, roasts and so on. Ground pork, like all ground meats, still needs to be cooked to 160F. So that's it.
Many possible conditions and lifestyle factors can lead to hyponatremia, including: 1  Certain medications. Some medications, such as some water pills (diuretics), antidepressants and pain medications, can cause you to urinate or perspire more than normal. 2  Heart, kidney and liver problems.
Alcohol Consumption and Hyponatremia. One major cause of sodium depletion is liver cirrhosis. Cirrhosis -- or reduced liver function and liver scarring -- can be caused by long-term alcohol abuse. Hyponatremia can also be caused by vomiting and increased urination, both of which can be side effects of alcohol consumption. Dehydration -- which can result from drinking alcohol -- may also lead to sodium depletion. Other Causes of Hyponatremia Hyponatremia is an electrolyte disorder caused by an imbalance of water and salt levels in the body.