Genetically Engineered Foods

Genetically Engineered Foods | Genetically Engineered Foods Have Health Risks

Roberto Verzola is the secretary-general of the Philippine Greens, a group of political activists advocating the principles of ecology, social justice, and self-determination.

Summary: Researchers have discovered that genetically engineered (GE) foods can have negative health effects. These foods can unleash new pathogens, contain allergens and toxins, and increase the risk of cancer, herbicide exposure, and harm to fetuses and infants. Because the biotech industry has represented GE foods as “substantially equivalent” to conventional crops, and...

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