Advantages and disadvantages of biotechnology

Advantages of biotechnology

Increased production of food, antibodies and insulin.
Possibility of obtaining nutritious and medicinal properties.
Production of biodegradable products to reduce environmental pollution.
Therapeutic techniques for diseases without cure, such as cancer.
Use of bioremediation to control and eliminate environmental pollution.

Disadvantages of biotechnology

Interference in the balance of nature.
Intensive use of inorganic fertilizers.
Production of GM foods that can cause allergies.
Production of stem cells that produce cellular stress causing early aging.