Growth+Hormone

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Growth Hormone
Max Schwartz

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A natural Growth Hormone that is made by cows has now been genetically made by scientists. Recombinant Bovine Growth Hormone is genetically engineered variant of the natural growth hormone. It used to be manufactured by Monsanto, it is sold to dairy farmers under the name Posilac. This hormone is injected into cows which forces cows to produce 10% more milk. But it increases the chances of mastitis, lameness, and reproductive complications. The federal nutrition programs provide a major portion of milk to our nation's school-age children. Nearly 430 million gallons of milk were distributed through the National School Breakfast, Lunch, and Special Milk programs during the 2005-2006 school year. Unfortunately, a significant amount of this milk may have been produced with artificial growth hormones. Monsanto used rBGH for 5 years but then decided to drop the hormone. They are commited to using rBGH-free cows. rBGH is one of the most controversial food products in the world.

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