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Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs)
Genetically modified organisms (GMOs) refers to any food product that has been altered at the gene level. A relatively new phenomenon, GMO foods were intended to prevent global starvation. Unfortunately, this well-intended program of inserting genes from an animal, plant, bacterium, or virus into a different organism (most often a plant) to alter its genetic code concerns many. Using this technology, scientists have created long-lasting tomatoes, herbicide-resistant soybeans, pesticide-rich potatoes, and potatoes with jellyfish genes that glow in the dark when they need water. Genetic engineers are also working to develop fruits, vegetables, and grains with higher levels of vitamins and foods that contain vaccines against diseases like malaria, cholera, and hepatitis. Since the first large-scale commercial harvest of genetically engineered crops in 1996, it has been estimated that as many as two-thirds of all food products in U.S. grocery stores contain genetically engineered ingredients. And unless products are 100% organic, they will likely contain genetically modified ingredients--especially if those foods contain soybeans, corn, or their derivatives (soy oil, soy flour, soy protein isolates, corn oil, corn starch, corn flour, and high fructose corn syrup). The health risks of consuming genetically altered foods have not been clearly identified, but many scientists have speculated that it is likely that these foods will trigger allergic reactions, create new toxins that produce disease, and lead to antibiotic resistance and a subsequent resurgence of infectious diseases. And the impact on the environment may be even more devastating.
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