THINGS YOU NEVER KNEW ABOUT COWS THAT MOO
Beef, which comes from cows, is part of healthy, balanced diet. For example, beef contains large amounts of iron that the body needs for energy. In addition to being a food source, there are many of uses for beef by-products.
Household Items
 crayons |  bone marrow |
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 antifreeze |  sutures |
 glove & ball |  glue |
 steak |  tires |
Medical Purposes
Other Ways Cows Are Helpful
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from fat: candles, crayons, soaps, pet food
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from hide: leather sporting goods, boots & shoes
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from hair: paint brushes
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from hooves and horns: piano keys
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from gelatin: camera film
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from the pancreas: insulin for diabetes
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from the blood: plasma and iron for anemia
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from the bone: bone marrow for blood disorders, soft cartilage for plastic surgery
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from the intestines: medical sutures
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from the liver: heparin to thin blood
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from the pituitary gland: ACTH for allergies
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fatty acids make many lubricants and fluids
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antifreeze
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tires
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glue
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textiles for car upholstery
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fire retardants from parts of blood
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natural fertilizer