In a message dated 1/22/99 5:54:51 PM Eastern Standard Time, [log in to unmask]
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> they stuff the meat into real casing not  synthetic..so.... as I
>  >>understand.... real casing is casein.(.intestinal lining from cow/pig
>  >>or sheep.)..   is casein  "different"  in cows verses sheep or pigs...


I missed the beginning of this discussion, so forgive me if I am stating
something that has already been mentioned.

I wonder if the issue with the sausage casings has something to do with
rennet. . The usual source of rennet is the stomach of slaughtered newly-born
calves.  According to the FAN list of milk-derivatives,  one should avoid
rennet if allergic to milk.

FWIW

Lynda