Food-Borne Illnesses | Genetically Modified Foods Do Not Cause Food-Borne Illnesses

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Summary: There is no credible evidence that food from genetically modified (GM) plants causes food-borne illnesses in humans. The claim that individuals who eat GM foods will suffer allergic reactions is unsubstantiated, as is the assertion that GM foods lack nutritional value. Further, the risk of GM foods transmitting harmful viruses to people—which can cause food-borne...

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