In response to Sarah To’shttp://blogs.ubc.ca/sarahso/2013/09/23/gmo-must-go-a-realistic-goal-or-utopian-fantasy/ blog, “GMO Must Go” – A realistic goal or utopian fantasy? I firmly believe that genetically modified foods should be further tested before they get promoted in the market. Some people argue that the benefits of GMOs are obvious due to rapid production and lower costs. However, the negative effects of GMOs cannot be denied. According to a “global research center,” “it’s proved conclusively that genetically engineered foods harm human health as growing numbers of independent experts believe.” The detrimental effects are causing a weaker immune system, and damaging the brain and the liver. The risks are thus enormous. What makes the problem worth studying is that many GM food are not labeled as such on the market. In the US alone, 80% of possessed foods contain genetically modified ingredients. Statistically, the most popular genetically modified foods are rice, corn, soybeans, and fruits. Many industries believe that “labeling” should be voluntary, whereas consumers demand labeling all genetically modified foods so that they can avoid purchasing them. If GM food does have a right to exist in the market, I profoundly disagree with the idea of not labeling the products. I consider this act extremely deceiving for consumers.

http://www.csa.com/discoveryguides/gmfood/overview.php

http://www.globalresearch.ca/potential-health-hazards-of-genetically-engineered-foods/8148