Little to no information is known about GMOs, or genetically modified organisms. This means researchers have a very limited amount of facts behind genetically modified foods. The long term health consequences behind these foods is unknown. Countries like Japan, Australia and the United Kingdom have banned GMOs because of the lack of information behind these mysterious organisms. The amount of chemicals put into these foods alone would send anyone running in the opposite direction. Although most people believe since GMOs don’t have lots of information, what you don’t know can’t hurt. But in the long run, better safe than sorry. Genetically modified foods have been banned in the countries listed above because the lack of facts and information supporting GMO foods. In America foods that contain GMOs aren’t labeled. …show more content…
One of the most dangerous chemicals in these foods is an Endocrine Disruptors called Obesogens. Just that name is enough to rattle my nerves. The chemical Obesogens, cause weight gain. The way these chemicals cause weight gain is by altering the way people feel when hungry. The most horrifying thing about these chemicals is not only how terrible they can make your health, but once you consume these chemicals a gene in them make you want more and more. On a different note, some people believe what you don’t know can’t hurt you, this mind set is what led to GMO foods not having labels. But, although very small GMOs do have a “bright” side. GMO crops are tolerant to herbicides. Herbicides are the chemical farmers spray on plant to kill weeds and bugs. Another thing is farmers can add an antifreeze gene to GMO crops so they can survive cold weather. Lastly, the can stand a long amount of time without water. Although GMO foods contain a lot of unhealthy chemicals, at least they can survive freezing temperatures, a drought, and a bug killing chemical,
As said before, GMOs are genetically modified organisms, and can be dangerous, so experts say. They say that the GMO process causes diseases such as cancer or diabetes, and some also say that GM foods can cause allergic reactions. They are saying this because, as they have discovered, some companies have mixed protein from nuts and inserted into beans, which can be harmful
Society has no idea about the agricultural products that are broken down into high and monitored risks with GMO’s that is in the food eaten everyday. Those in fact that are high risk of being GMO are in commercial production which the ingredients are derived from being tested every time prior to use in what is known as the Non-GMO project products. The Non-GMO project standard most people would have no idea about actually lists these high risks that are from GMO microorganisms, crops , animal and bee products to feed these certain crops. Some examples of these high risks crops that could be GMO are Alfalfa, Canola, Corn, Cotton, Papaya, Soy, Sugar Beets, Zucchini and Yellow Summer Squash. Also, something to look for when people want to know
The pros into having a genetically modified system of foods to plant around the world is mainly said that it’s the best and safest way to improving agriculture and food production. Very tempting to the scientists and some farmers because of the hunger around the world that’s happening, which makes the pressure even greater for them. It sounds nice being able to hold the power of this technology which can solve America’s problem of world hunger and poverty, that’s what scientists wants us to accept. Another bonus to this GMO is that it states there is absolutely no studies showing that it has caused harm, so it’s safe and healthy to eat. There’s also no proof showing there has been such harm to this genetically modified organism. It is also
GMOs have a positive impact on humans and keep us very healthy. GMOs can help you by giving different types of nutritions. GMOs can also help food sustain more longer than non GMOs while growing crops. With this being said, GMOs can possibly change our lives around. People have been consuming food containing GMOs for a good 100 years now. It wouldn't make sense if people stopped eat the foods that were genetically modified instead of being natural. Though in reality, GMOs are more positive than being negative.
GMO’s stand for “genetically modified organism” (Google). They are foods that we encounter almost every day. “Although nine out of ten scientists from the American Association for the Advancement of Science say GMOs are "generally safe" to eat” (fact about GMO’s). That still doesn’t mean that they are good for us. Genetically modified foods were created with the intention to improve overall quality of life. However, they are associated with various environmental, health, and economic risks that render them to be more harmful than helpful.
Let us first factually understand what this means. GMO stands for “genetically modified organisms”. According to the World Health Organisation genetically modified organisms can be defined as “organisms in which genetic material (DNA) has been altered in a way that does not occur naturally by mating and/or natural recombination”. This means that a genetically modified or GM crop can contain a gene that has been artificially inserted instead of the plant acquiring it through pollination.” So, not naturally occurring, based on science! Is this where the paranoia, fear based claims against GMO food has come from? The media often interprets GMO foods to be bad. There are many weird and unbelievable conspiracies around GMO foods, such as the common name ‘frankenfood’ or the statement that says that companies modify corn with scorpion DNA in order to make our cereals crispier. It is believed by anti-GMO organisations that GMO food is toxic and can lead to many abnormalities such as damaged
GMOs are not widely popular as they are not natural, their name itself implies it, so the rise of organic trends has risen to pacify the people afraid of consuming GMOs. In my honest opinion, I do not have any issue consuming foods with GMOs as there isn’t any clear evidence directly linking GMOs to diseases in humans. (Arnarson, 2015) In fact, believe they have been highly helpful in many aspects, they are highly resistant to bugs, this also reduces the need to use pesticide in crops, and other natural situations that would otherwise destroy a crop, this prevents the loss of food and provides a constant yield of products. More constant crops make for cheaper food, since there is less loss of food, the needed cost to cover expenses can be distributed among a greater
According to a survey done in 2015, “Nearly 9 out of 10 scientists from the American Association for the Advancement of Science say GMOs are "generally safe" to eat. Though if you're like more than half of U.S. adults from the general public in that same survey, you think you probably shouldn't eat them” (Siegel and Verity). There are many reasons people believe they should not be consuming GMO’s from them, having too many chemicals used on them when they are grown, to them not being “organic” and genetically altered, or not being as healthy as non-genetically modified organisms. But those beliefs are not true. GMO’s are still the same plant but with one or two added or deleted genes to make them fit the profile scientists are looking for. Thus, making them still have all of the nutrience they started with if not
The good news is that most of the scientific community have found that GMOs are safe to eat. This includes the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) and one of the world’s most prestigious scientific groups, the National Academy of Sciences (NAS). Not only are they safe to eat but in some cases, they are more nutritious. An example of this would be:
Upwards of 75% of food grown in the United States is genetically modified. Meaning that there DNA has been changed to help a specific purpose. There has been a lot of controversy over GMO production. In Europe, GMOs have heavy restrictions or outright bans depending on the country; as of October 3rd, 19 countries have out right banned the cultivation of GMO products. GMO productions should have stricter restrictions with the U.S. government because the health consequences are largely unknown, GMO products are unlabeled and they pose a threat to farmers in their fight against large companies.
In 64 countries in the world, it is a requirement for GMOs to be labeled. A Genetically Modified Organism(GMO) is an organism whose genetics’ have been modified through gene splicing. Majority of the common foods packaged contain GMOs. The United States and Canada do not require GMOs to be labeled. American and Canadian citizens have the right as consumers to know whether the food they are purchasing contain GMO ingredients in the nutrition facts.
The fact that you can have an allergic reactions or even worse scares many people. Especially knowing that your food has been modified and you don't really know what's behind the food you put in your mouth. Research shows that, "Scientists often modify seeds using antibiotic-resistant genes in the genetic engineering process. Which mean it's a hard to kill, thus infecting many people and causing death." (http://www.healthline.com/health/gmos-pros-and-cons?m=0#cons3). With this information we can say that food that contains GMOs can potentially harm or even worse it can kill us. Just because it may taste really good and it looks appetizing it does not mean that it's good for you, we all have to be careful of what we put in our mouths and consume Although GMOs are bad in many people's point of views, others can say
Through scientific research there have been no substantial findings of harmful side effects on eating foods that have been genetically modified. In his article,” National Academy of Sciences Report on GMOs”, Steven Novella states that “It is especially compelling that over the last two decades, animals and humans exposed to GMOs have not experienced any relative increase in any major disease” (Novella). With over 20 years of observations and conclusions, there has been no evidence to support the argument that GMOs are harmful to humans or animals. Furthermore, Alan McHughen, in his article, “A Path Forward”, says “Every major scientific body in the U.S. and around the world has reviewed independent research related to GM crops and food and has concluded they are as safe as food and crops developed from other methods in use today” (McHughen). Thousands of reports and findings
GMO’s, or Genetically Modified Organisms, have recently in the past years become more noticed by the public as they’ve begun to show up in many of our foods and are becoming more and more controversial. A genetically modified organism is an organism that has had genes from the DNA extracted from another organism and have been artificially placed into its genes. It is used to give desirable traits to an organism and to make it easier for the people using it to make profit. There’s been much debate over how the GMO will affect humans and their health, and to date there hasn’t been any solid evidence that GMO harms humans’ health. The FDA (Food and Drug Administration) has approved the cultivation of GMO and has stated that it is not substantially different from its counterpart, and does not affect the health of humans. There have been several studies however that may say otherwise, though they haven’t been completely proven and is more speculation than anything. Some organizations, such as the AAEM
A Genetically Modified Organism or GMO is an organism whose genome has been altered by the process of genetic engineering so that its DNA contains one or more genes not normally found within. These genetically modified organisms are a relatively new phenomenon in the United States, introduced in 1994. However, beginning in 2014 these chemicals could be found in 90% of corn, cotton, and soybeans produced in the United States. The looks and taste of genetically modified organisms may seem inviting but are the health risks really worth it? In my opinion, I believe that while genetically modified organisms do have positive feel and comfort they pose a large health risk to all who choose to consume them.