PIGIPEDIA
Pigs have literally given their hearts to us. Since 1971, tens of thousands of pig heart valves have been used to replace damaged valves in human recipients. For all that pigs give us, they deserve a decent and humane life. We will be exploring that in future segments of this series. For now, let's show them some love for the many contributions they've made to greatly improve the quality of human life:
- PHARMACEUTICALS
- insulin
- cortisone
- epinephrine
- heparin
- estrogen
- progesterone
- pepsin
- thyroxin
- melatonin
- thyroid-stimulating hormone
- SKIN
- high-quality leather goods, sporting goods, upholstery
- used to treat victims of massive burns
- BLOOD
- protein source in feeds
- fabric printing and dyeing ingredients
- plywood adhesive
- BONES
- glue
- buttons
- bone china
- fertilizer
- glass
- water filters
- porcelain enamel
- BRISTLES
- artists' brushes
- insulation
- upholstery
- FATTY ACIDS AND GLYCERINE
- insecticides
- floor wax
- weed killers
- water-proofing agents
- lubricants
- cement
- oil polish
- rubber
- crayons
- cosmetics
- chalk
- antifreeze
- matches
- putty
- linoleum
- GALLSTONES
- ornaments
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