Is growth hormone that is fed to cows a health problem for consumers?

How is it? If it is, then why does the FDA allow it?

5 Responses to “Is growth hormone that is fed to cows a health problem for consumers?”

  • Julie V:

    The Committee also questioned whether hormone residues in the meat of "growth enhanced" animals and can disrupt human hormone balance, causing developmental problems, interfering with the reproductive system, and even leading to the development of breast, prostate or colon cancer.iv

    Children, pregnant women and the unborn are thought to be most susceptible to these negative health effects. Hormone residues in beef have been implicated in the early onset of puberty in girls, which could put them at greater risk of developing breast and other forms of cancer. The European Union’s Committee reported that as of 1999, no comprehensive studies had been conducted to determine whether hormone residues in meat can be cancer-causing.v

    check out the website, it’s very informative

  • Nina:

    i dnt trust the fda so i quit eating cow products all together
    which turned out to be quite a healthier lifestyle for me

  • Jen:

    It’s very highly debated right now. Some consumers think it’s very bad and some don’t really care. You’ll have to do your own research on the topic and determine for yourself, I guess.

  • Baaabie.:

    im a vegetarian, & became so because of this.
    i have a much healthier lifestyle & feel amazing :)

    i wouldn’t really listen to the FDA.
    but it’s your choice really(:

    could the growth hormone for cows be used on humans to get taller? im just curious?

    (: xxx

  • Yeah, Butt:

    The Europeans have banned it so there must be some prof to its harm.

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