Benefits Of Genetically Modified Organisms

In 1994, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved the first GMO, Flavr Savr tomato, for sale on grocery store shelves. Uninformed, the people continued buying and consuming the “normal” grocery store products. However, as the number of GMOs in markets increased, the world noticed a higher number of cancers, food allergies, and antibiotic resistances. One reason for creating GM crops is due to the fact that big corporations gain huge profit. In “10 scientific studies proving GMOs can be harmful to human health”, Arjun Walia passionately asserts that genetically modified organisms are extremely detrimental to a person’s health. I agree with Arjun Walia’s claim because a plethora of studies show the negative effects of genetically modified organisms. The world should eliminate the creation of genetically modified organisms because the products ruin the environment, cause economic issues with

We live in a Gilded age of produce. Within the past couple of years, GMOS replaced our original, natural diet with these “genetically altered” foods. GMO, or genetically modified organism, is defined as “a plant, animal, microorganism, or other organism whose genetic makeup has been modified using recombinant DNA methods (also called gene splicing), gene modification, or transgenic technology” (Non-GMO Project). What may be perceived as healthy salad at first glance, may just be a bowl of genetically modified “food”. These are underlying problems not recognized by most of the public. The use of GMOs creates endless risks and pose a threat to the environment, genetic diversity, and future.

Sixty four countries around the world have banned the use of GMOs, otherwise known as Genetically Modified Organisms, within farms and supermarkets. However, the United States, a usually technologically advanced country, has yet to invest much time or effort into this endeavour, one that would make food healthier for people and protect the environment. The US government has taken a step back in this effort for healthier food options, as in the country, companies that use GMOs are not required to label their food as such. Some companies and businesses, however, are working to make a change in the case for GMOs in the US, by advocating minimized GMO usage, menu transparency, or the complete ban of the usage.

Food is everywhere. It is an integral part of society and is a major part of everyday life. We plan our days around mealtimes, pack snacks for work and school, and visit the grocery store at least once a week. However, even our best, well thought out efforts to achieve a healthy lifestyle leave us mostly in the dark about what we are really putting into our bodies. GMOs, Genetically Modified Organisms, are organisms that have been bioengineered, planted, and sold to the public as food. These organisms are unnatural and have proven to be harmful. Unfortunately, the labeling of foods containing GMOs is not government mandated. Monsanto, the largest GMO producing conglomerate, will go to all lengths to convince the public that their product is safe and does not need to be labeled for consumers, despite the fact that countries around the world have stood up and refused to sell their products to their citizens. Unfortunately, the United States is not only not among these countries, but the government has shown little care for the global issue. Everyone has the right to know exactly what they are putting into their bodies and feeding their loved ones. For this reason I will be exploring how, with the existing research, GMOs are FDA approved, as well as how this relates to Monsanto’s fight against GMO labeling.

Making way down the fruit section in the grocery store, the mom picks out a box of strawberries. She thought it was just ordinary strawberries because there was nothing different about the fruit. However, what she did not know was that the strawberries contained genetically modified organisms. Also known as GMO, it is the removal of DNA from another species then artificially injected into an unrelated species: plant or animal (“GMO Education”). GMOs are also worldwide out in the market for anyone to buy. Although it may be in the open market throughout the world, not all consumers know what is inside their food. There are disputes about labeling GMOs: that it matters or that it does not matter. Scientists claim that GMOs are nontoxic, however others propose that the knowledge of risks are not explored enough to complete understand or agree that it is safe (“GMO Foods Should Be Labeled”). Either way,

Government insight is very relaxed Re: Companies that wish to release a GM seed or the product of a GM crop are required to test the safety of that product. If the product is made from an organism containing a known allergen, it must be tested for safety. -No one has substantiated a single human death, or even illness, as a result of consuming GMOs

The belief that GMOs have a detrimental effect on world health has made its inclusion in our food supply one of the most talked about topics today. This reaction comes from an alarming body of evidence connecting them with health issues, environmental damage and the violation of farmer and consumers’ rights. (Non GMO Project.) This issue has created a growing concern throughout the world, prompting over sixty countries to ban them or pass stringent laws to label their presence in consumer products, especially food (Non GMO Project.)

Food and Drug Administration has tested [and approved] all the GMOs on the market". The FDA does not have adequate information to deem these products safe because they haven't tested the long term effects. What is troubling is that anything that has been removed from the market by the FDA, was also once approved by the FDA. They are under no liability to ensure that these products are safe; they aren't sued, the companies are. In addition, a previous article, titled “Do Seed Companies Control GM Crop Research?” written by Scientific American (also from the editors) contradicts this article. It states that “unfortunately, it is impossible to verify that genetically modified crops perform as advertised. That is because agritech companies have given themselves veto power over the work of independent researchers.” By containing false and contradictory statements, the credibility of this article (ethos) is greatly diminished. This certainly is a relevant piece for all food consumers in America, because ultimately it is up to us to decide to police our

There is a general scientific agreement that food from genetically modified crops is not inherently riskier to human health than conventional food, but should be tested on a case-by-case basis.[138][139][140][141] No reports of ill effects have been proven in the human population from ingesting GM food.[138][142][143][144] Although labeling of GMO products in the marketplace is required in many countries, it is not required in the United States and no distinction between marketed GMO and non-GMO foods is recognized by the US FDA. In a May 2014 article

Dr. David Suzuki, a well-known Canadian geneticist, had a powerful message when it came to genetically modified organisms: “Anyone that says, ‘Oh, we know that this is perfectly safe,’ I say is either unbelievably stupid or deliberately lying” (Smith). Agricultural companies have spent several years and millions of dollars displaying GMOs on a pedestal made of deceitful promises. Because of this, the general public has adopted several misconceptions as facts, believing that these altered organisms will increase crop yields and reduce the use of pesticides. World citizens must open their eyes to see past the positive claims of large corporations because genetically modified organisms, or GMOs, have an undeniable dark side.

GMO’s can be very dangerous to everyone because, they can effect some of the youngest of society, and harmful foods are not even labeled, also GMO’s are proven to be a leading factor in allergies.

There is just not enough evidence available to consider genetically modified foods healthy and safe for people to eat. A study published in the Internal Journal of Biological Sciences stated that, “For the first time in the world, we’ve proven that GMO are neither sufficiently healthy nor proper to be commercialized. [...] Each time, for all three GMOs, the kidneys and liver, which are the main organs that react to a

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.

Some subjects are better left unsaid; however, when it concerns the heath of millions of people, it should be common knowledge. It is acknowledged in every country that citizens are not privy to everything their government owes. For the most part, this is an accepted part of life as widespread dissemination of the information could lead to a safety risk or do more harm than good. Unfortunately, the matter of Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs) being used in food in countries around the world is not shared knowledge, even when it can potentially lead to harmful effects. The use of GMOs in an everyday meal is a controversial trend with a growing audience attempting to uncover the dangerous effects of the biotechnology and how it changes life for the worse.

When we hear the phrase genetically modified organisms, we may automatically picture scientists in white lab coats, with gloves, and testing equipment. All of them working diligently in a brightly lit room with a cold, hospital like feel. What if I told you that humans have been modifying organisms since developed agriculture came into existence? An example of this is corn. It grows naturally in North America. However, if you take a trip to any western European countryside and you will find fields upon fields of corn. Humans have modified corn to be able to grow in Europe. They modified it without scientist and without high tech equipment. Not only have humans been cultivating genetically modified organisms for years, they are also not as dangerous as society makes them out to be. In fact, there are many benefits to GMOs including vaccines that do not require refrigeration, mosquitos that do not carry malaria, and various economic benefits.