Benefits Of Genetically Modified Food

Genetically Modified Organisms (G.M.O.s) debates have plagued society and politicians since the idea of G.M.O.s have come to the playing field. Should farmers use them? What are the risks of G.M.O.s? Can G.M.O.s cause cancer in humans? All of these questions as well as a collection of others are waiting to be answered. The article “A Lonely Quest for Facts on Genetically Modified Crops” by Amy Harmon is concentrated on a councilman-Greggar Ilagan- researching questions he has about G.M.O.s so he can make an educated vote on whether or not to pass a ban on genetically modified crops.

Dr. Praphul Joshi 10/23/2013 Controversial Public Health Issue There are several controversial issues confronting us today; from Universal Healthcare (Obama Care) to Stem Cell research, to vaccinations, to genetically engineered (GE)/genetically modified (GM) foods. However, I shall look at genetically modified foods as the controversial issue for this article. I shall look at an article from the mass media about this controversial public health issue and place emphasis on the message the document wants to convey and address any biases that may be within. In addition, I shall provide additional data or facts from another article to see if it supports or refutes the controversial message. It is my intention that this article will provide some clarity on genetically modified foods confronting us in the United States and the world over. Since the successful cloning of Dolly, the sheep, in July 5, 1996, Biotechnology has been praised and castigated at the same time.

While genetic management of foods can be traced throughout history, the modern phenomena of GMOs and transgenic plants have come to light in just the last few decades. In today’s modern society, the science of biotechnology and the process of genetic modification are developing throughout the planet. As of 2004, 8.25 million farmers in 17 countries were using genetically modified crops. Today, approximately two- thirds of all food offered in supermarkets has been genetically modified. However, the subject of GMO’s is one of great controversy. Although this modern invention does have some positive results on the food industry it also has brought some negative consequences along with it.

Introduction/Thesis Genetically modified organisms (GMO) are an organism whose genome has been engineered in the laboratory in order to favor the expression of desired physiological traits or the production of desired biological products according to the Encyclopedia Britannica. In grocery stores in the United States, as much as 70 percent of the processed food may contain genetically modified organisms. The same cannot be said for the European Union, who has much tighter regulations regarding the planting and end use of genetically modified (GM) foods. There is a worldwide debate over the safety and benefit of genetically modified organisms and whether they should be allowed on the dinner table.

There is a growing controversy in regard to genetically modified food. Should GMO products be labeled, and should there be more research into possible problems related to genetically modifying our food? While there are many benefits to farmers and consumers, there is very little negative evidence to show that GMOs are dangerous. Therefore, with this lack of evidence against the harmfulness of genetically modifying food, buying and consuming altered foods should not be a problem.

Genetically Modified Organisms (GMO) is an ongoing controversial issue. GMOs are plant or animal DNA that has been altered to something one would not generally find in nature. The big controversy with genetically modified foods is the unknown. GMOs made their way on the market in 1994, since then there have been speculations with its long-term health effects on humans, and the environment. There has been a split between the consumers, corporations, scientist, and the government because consumers believe they are being lied to. According to the article, “Scientific Controversies as Proxy Politics” by Daniel J. Hicks he states, “88% of scientists said that genetically modified foods are safe to eat, but only 37% of the public agreed” (67).

Introduction: Genetically modified foods are made from genetically changed plants or animals. Genetic change is done through transfer of specific genes from one organism to another or between two different species. Genetically modified crops are more productive, resistant to herbicide, tolerant to drought and flood, less expensive than naturally produced food and have more nutrition value. Objectives: 1. to identify cost-effectiveness of genetically modified foods 2. to discuss the possible adverse effects of genetically modified foods to human health and environment and 3. global public health impact of genetically modified foods.

As human beings, we rely on food every day, and without it we wouldn’t be able to function properly. Over the decades, with our fast pace advances in production and new technology we are able to produce large quantities of food with Genetically Modified Organisms. GM foods are produced because of the idea that consumers and producers both have an advantage to obtaining these products. For Example, GM products hold many benefits, from nutritional value to durability against environment. GM productions were concentrated mostly on producers to benefit the farmers in their products by aiming to increase the crop protection and resistance to plant diseases or viruses. Considering these new advances; consumers, farmers and policymakers worldwide are challenged to reach consent with a clear vision for the future of the world’s food supply. The contemporary GMO food debate illustrates the serious conflict between two groups: Biological Recombinant DNA investors and affiliated scientists who consider this technology a solution to food shortages; and independent scientists, environmentalists, farmers and consumers that suggest these advances increase risk to environmental and health issues.

Thesis: Genetically Modified Foods are a large part of our agricultural society and pose potential health risks.

What foods are genetically modified? Well, most food that “contains sugar from sugar beets, soy, or corn,” is genetically modified (Mercola, 2015, p. 4). Most people consume genetically modified, or GM, foods every day without even being aware. While some do avidly monitor their food consumption and avoid GM foods, others simply eat GM foods because, to them, GM foods seem safe to consume. In “Genetically Modified Foods Are Not Safe to Eat,” osteopath, Joseph Mercola, advocates his concerns of consuming GM foods and stresses that more people need to be aware of what they eat. Even though some may still disagree that genetically modified foods are unsafe after reviewing Mercola’s work, his article contains an extremely sound and valid

Genetically Modified foods were first developed in order to produce a more plentiful and successful harvest for farmers. Through gene manipulation, super seeds are produced in hope to withstand harsh weather and reduce insect infestation. The three articles stand against the production of these forced mutation organisms however the authors know this technique for farming will continue to thrive making it unstoppable. They all acknowledge the fact that most United States consumers are not fully aware of what exactly GM foods are made of. This ignorance allows growers to expand into the field of genetic engineering. Meanwhile, the unknown health risks still linger as the foods one consumes every day is infused with modified matter. The articles agree that scientists are unsure about what might be

Genetic technology has revolutionized the field of science and introduced genetically altered organisms for consumer purposes. Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs) are created with an intention to eradicate poverty by increasing the volume of crop yield, which proportionally gives people an easy access to a food supply. With the ever-growing world population, food shortage has been an immense obstacle many developing countries are facing. Genetically modified foods have addressed this problem by being widely incorporated into the basic human diet. Genetic technology utilizes techniques that alters species and the process goes against nature. The artificiality of GMOs can be a potential threat to human health and the environment. Genetically modified products have negatively impacted farmers worldwide, due to the expensive seeds and high maintenance. Although genetically modified foods supports the thriving human population, genetically modified food labeling and production should be extensively regulated by the U.S government to protect the public health, the environment, and the farmers’ sovereignty.

Many people have no idea what GMO stands for, mostly likely including yourself. GMO stands for Genetically Modified Organisms, which is where scientist remakes the genetic make-up of organisms. In the realm that needs the most attention are the GMOs in our fruits and vegetables that not only we have been eating for almost 10 years, but feeding GMOs to animals that we also eat. Most GMOs in fruits and vegetables have been created to resist insect infection. Basically, GMOs have insecticides that have been genetically engineered into the organism itself.

The creation of food in the United States has not been a problem thanks to modern technology which allowed farmers to cultivate food in larger portions at a faster rate. Some methods used benefited the cultivators while some only caused more damage. Genetically Modified Food is one of those methods that has caused controversy between people because it has fewer benefits than disadvantages. GM foods are foods “that have acquired one or more genes by artificial means”(Simon et al. 221). In other words,this means that genes are altered so that specific genes are inserted into future crops.

Food is a quintessential part of life, as we eat food every day, from breakfast to dinner. Food provides our basic needs to support our body. Over the years, erratic climate changes have posed a significant threat to our supply of food. However, engineering science had allowed us to used Gene guns and Vat to grow food artificially, illuminating the threat to an unstable food supply, without nature affecting it. Scientists have discovered that by modifying its DNA, it could be stronger, more resilient, grow faster. It is named as genetically modified, also named as GM. However, there are concerns that GM food isn't safe. In this essay, I will discuss the pros and cons of GM food and how it will affect us in terms of our health, society, environment.