The Many Benefits of Genetically Modified Foods

Plants with antifreeze genes can tolerate low temperatures rather than kill them (Whitman 2). Crops have also been modified to grow in places that were previously inappropriate, so more crops are harvested (Whitman 3). Plants are also genetically manipulated to fight plant viruses and provide more food to everyone (Whitman 2). The GMO also provides other assistance to the third world countries. Researchers are trying to make edible pine trees with tomatoes and potatoes that are easier to transport and manage.

This report explains genetically modified foods (GMO) and explains the benefits and risks associated with GMO consumption. Genetically modified foods (GMOs) are genetically engineered foods using engineering techniques. The most commonly used technique at present is called recombinant DNA technology; this technique combines different molecules from different plant species to create plants with a new gene set, ie hybrid plants. Another recombinant DNA technique used is recombinant bovine growth hormone (rBST) and artificial growth hormone. This hormone is given to cows or injected to improve milk production. (ThefreeDictionary)

Genetically modified foods are dangerous as they may have a harmful effect on human health ("What is GM Food: Genetic Benefit: Disputes"). Many foods in the United States contain genetically modified organisms such as corn, soybeans, sugar, and aspartame. The majority of food we eat today contains these ingredients and it does not even tell that they are eating genetically modified foods as it is not essential to label most of the food in the United States Hmm.

Genetically modified foods are topics of discussion. Many people think that these benefits are worth the risk, but others do not. Genetically modified foods are often discussed on three different themes: health, economy, consciousness. Because you are using GMO, people and economy are topics. Finally, people discuss whether people know that their foods contain genetically modified organisms. As mentioned earlier, health is an important factor in fighting GMO. Many people claim that GMO is unhealthy for human consumption. Spread insecticide and herbicide on GM crops as described in section 2. Tests on genetically modified crops have shown that genetically modified foods have no major health hazards. Many skeptics think this is not true, and the test should be done more times to be absolutely sure. Because GM foods are known to cross contamination with harmful bacteria, people are usually afraid.