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What are some of the opinion people have about genetically modified?
Some people believe GMO foods are equivalent to non-GMO foods and are safe to eat. Others question if either is true.
What are some of the opinion people have about genetically modified food?
Some people believe GMO foods are equivalent to non-GMO foods and are safe to eat. Others question if either is true.
Are genetically modified foods really safe to eat?
The safety of genetically modified foods is not known. Some say studies show it is safe, but there are also studies that show it may not be safe. There is anecdotal evidence, such as doctors recommending that their patients stop eating foods that are genetically engineered and their health improving.
Does genetically modified food affect human health?
Yes. Research with genetically modified foods approved by the FDA have been found to be safe and otherwise normally tolerated. Perhaps the biggest concern in creating new genetically modified foods is the potential for allergies- a plant containing a peanut gene might cause a reaction in those allergic to peanuts.
Why is genetically modified food harmful?
It is not known conclusively whether GMO food is harmful. Many claim that science shows that it is safe and others claim that anecdotal evidence (non study) suggests it is not safe and could be harmful to the environment.
Is genetically modified food safe?
The Government would have us believe so. Do some research and form your own conclusions.
Why are genetically modified plants engineered to be toxic considered safe for human consumption?
Genetically modified plants engineered to be toxic are considered safe for human consumption because the toxins are specifically designed to target pests and not humans. Regulatory agencies conduct thorough safety assessments to ensure that these plants are safe for consumption before they are approved for use in the food supply.
Is genetically modified food safe to eat?
Some say they are safe, others say they are not safe, and others say the safety of GMOs is not known. Since long-term human or animal studies were not done before they were introduced into the food chain, the safety of GMO foods is not actually known. There is some evidence that the GMOs, the herbicides used on them, and/or the substance produced in certain genetically engineered crops does cause health issues in humans.
What do people think of genetically modified food?
Some people believe that GM0 foods are safe and necessary to feed the world. Others believe they are harmful, if not dangerous, to the environment and human and animal health. Still others believe there may be a dark agenda behind them.
How is the papaya genetically modified?
The papaya is primarily genetically modified to be resistant to the papaya ringspot virus (PRSV), which devastated papaya crops, especially in Hawaii. This was achieved through the introduction of a gene from the virus itself, allowing the plant to produce a protein that protects it from infection. The most well-known genetically modified variety is the "Rainbow" papaya, which was developed in the 1990s. The genetic modification has helped restore papaya production in affected areas and has been deemed safe for consumption by regulatory agencies.
Who are the supporters of genetically modified foods?
The biotech companies that develop the GM varieties, the farmers who plant them (though some may not be as supportive as they once were), the food companies who use GMs in their products, scientists who claim the studies show GMs are safe and effective, and some governments including the U.S. government and their regulating agencies (USDA, FDA) support GMO foods.
Should people continue to use genetically modified foods?
This is not an easily answerable question. Genetically modified foods are more common than one thinks. Some genetic manipulation is essential to enable different food harvests to grow where they normally do not thrive. They can also help save a particular plant life from effects of a blight. Some genetic manipulation is done to provide more growth, or higher food output by the source (i.e. milk cows, or giving chickens growth hormones to make them larger). By and large, in order to answer this question requires a little homework on the part of the consumer. Find out if the food products you consume are genetically altered, then research that alteration to see how it was altered and what, if any, effect it has on the consumer as well as the quality of life for the consumed.
