Genetically-Modified Food (GM Food) is created from organisms that have had their genomes artificially altered. This can be done for several reasons, such as making crops resistant to insects or tolerant of herbicides. The process has become controversial, however, based on questions concerning the long-term health effects of consuming GM Foods.http://www.greenfacts.org/en/gmo/index.htm#1
Genetically modified food is the result of Biotechnology and it refers to the technique of using living organisms, or parts of these organisms to modify products and food. Modern medicine and medical treatments, agriculture and other industries use of biotechnology on a grand scale. Biotechnology, such as the use of yeast - to make bread or wine have been around for thousands of years.
The use of yeast used to make bread is a perfect example of ancient biotechnology. Since the late 19th century, farmers have been selecting individual living organisms with favorable characteristics and they developed better crops by combining different species of plants and animals.http://www.greenfacts.org/en/gmo/index.htm#1
Featured Video :: Top 4 Ways to Identify & Avoid Genetically Modified Foods (GMOs)
Genetically modified food does not have to be a fact in your life. There are several ways to recognize the altered foods and this video outline six ways to get food that has not been altered. Genetically modified organisms are used in all types of food. 1) Look at the PLU number on fruit. 2)Talk to farmers and buy home-grown. 3) Avoid soy, corn, cottonseed oil and canola oil. 4) Encourage manufacturers to properly label their foods.
GMO Foods, Genetically Modified Organisms, Wake Up America 3
Some of the dangers of eating genetically modified food is discussed in the video. The hosts, discuss the biotechnology that has invaded the foods found on grocery store shelves. Some of the products and methods of altering food is outlined by the hosts of the video.
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Fast Facts
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First Genetically Altered Food
First commercially grown GM Food: Flavr Savr Tomato
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Introduction
Introduced in the mid-1990s
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Health
As of 2007, no major health concerns have been linked to GM Foods
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Biotechnology
This refers to the technique of using living organisms to modify a product.
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Technology
Biotechnology has been used for thousands of years to alter food. Wine and bread has uses this method for thousands of years.
