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It is not conclusively known if GMOs do or do not cause cancer.
To this date, February 8, 2014, there is no known evidence that GMOs cause cancer. There is some anecdotal evidence that eating GMOs may cause other health issues, such as Allergies and problems to the digestive tract.
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∙ 9y ago
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∙ 7y agoThere are no known links between GMO and cancer although there is some evidence that use of recombinant GH or its expression in animals increases IGF-1 which may promote cancer.
There are a few GMO that have been modified to be pest resistant and thus require less (potentially cancer causing) pesticide use.
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∙ 9y agoNo
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Do the Consumer Protection Laws protect consumers from being forced to accept GMOs?
No, they do not. There are no laws that protect consumers if they do not want to eat GMOs. The consumers' only choice if they wish to avoid eating GMOs is to stop eating lots of foods that may contain GMOs.
How can GMOs affect allergies in people or animals?
GMOs (genetically modified food) may create allergies.
Are GMOs safe to eat?
Some claim that science shows they are safe to eat, but others point out that much of the science is done or influenced by the corporations transgenically modifying organisms. There is also anecdotal evidence that GMOs or the pesticides used on them or both cause health issues. The answer to your question is that we most likely do not know if they are safe to eat.butt nahhh hehe
What is rice GMO?
I just wrote an article that talks about GMOs. The GMO rice, called golden rice, is described under the section "GMOs Can Improve Nutrition."
How do GMOs relate to biology and chemistry?
GMOs are transgenic organisms. A gene is taken from one species and forced into another, which is what creates a transgenic organism.
Does powerade cause cancer?
No, Powerade does not cause cancer.
Are gmos easier to grow than regular food?
There is no known information that indicates GMOs are easier to grown than non-GMOs.
Can a black freckle cause cancer?
no it cannot cause a cancer
What is the cause of carcinoma cancer?
what is the major cause of carcinoma cancer
Can botox cause cancer?
botox cause cancer yes or no
Do do spicy foods cause cancer?
No they don't cause cancer.
Can speeches cause cancer?
No, talking cannot cause cancer. yes it can cause all types of cancer and Brad is awsome
Do ultrasound devices cause cancer?
No, these devices do not cause cancer or they would not be used in hospitals. They can detect cancer and are also used on pregnancy so they do not cause cancer!
How GMOs improve food production?
There is no evidence that GMOs have improved food production.
What is a major cause of lung cancer?
Lung Cancer has surpassed breast cancer as the leading cause of cancer deaths in women.
What kind of cancer does UV rays cause?
it can cause skin cancer
Does deodorant cause breast cancer?
No they don't cause breast cancer
