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Genetically Modified Foods
YuKun Jiang
SJSU
ENGL 1B
Kelly Harrison
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Genetically Modified Foods
Numerous debates on genetically modified foods have erupted over the past few decades
with regard to science, ethics as well as the human beliefs about these foods (World Health
Organization, 2014). Among the hottest topics of discussion is the question of the types of food
currently being produced for human consumption. Many individuals place emphasis on the
source and procedure used in manufacturing as well as the procedure used in the development of
food (Sax & Rubin, 2018). Of great significance in the food industry is the debate against
naturally produced food versus genetically modified food. While numerous individuals would
prefer food produced in what they deem as its ‘natural setting’, there are still those who have
welcomed and embraced the issue of genetically modified foods; each side has its own reason
and arguments for or against genetically modified foods. But the big question remains; what
exactly is genetically modified food and how safe is it for human consumption?
Sax & Rubin (2018) refer to genetically modified foods as foods (both plants and
animals) in which a section of the genetic matter has undergone certain modifications. In most
cases, modifications are usually associated with growth rate as well as disease resistance (Sax &
Rubin, 2018). Additionally, there could be a translocation of genes from one organism to another
in order to incorporate a certain plant or animal characteristic into another (Word Health
Organization, 2014). A number of reasons have been put forward in a bid to explain the
economics behind this scientific process. These reasons majorly revolve around the consumers as
well as the producers of these crops. Some of these reasons include the production of low price
foods, production of foods with long duration as well as the production of plants and animals that
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are resistant to certain disease conditions (Bruinsma, 2017). While there exist different thoughts
and reservations about genetically modified foods, I am in support of the production of these
foods. In my opinion, genetically modified foods need to be embraced by every individual. A
number of reasons in support of genetically modified foods exist.
According to Bruinsma (2017), over one billion people across the globe are
malnourished. With the introduction and incorporation of genetically modified foods in our daily
lives, the burden of hunger and malnutrition can be solved. These foods are safe and can provide
a sure and stable way to reduce hunger in most parts of the world. Through genetic modification,
common and very nutritional foods such as soybeans as well as corns can be made both pest and
drought resistance, two important features that can make them perform under harsh
environmental conditions, translating into the production of plenty of food for the hungry and
malnourished populations (Sax & Rubin, 2018).
Most of the people opposed to genetically modified foods do not have the scientific facts
behind the entire genetic modification process. Some of these foods are produced in order to
provide solutions to some of the most common disease conditions arising from poor nutrition as
well as the lack of essential nutritional elements (Bruinsma, 2017). For instance, lack of Vitamin
A has been associated with blindness in numerous regions of the world (Owens, 2018). A lot of
people consume foods which have been found to be low in Vitamin A, predisposing themselves
to eye conditions, mainly blindness as well as being vulnerable to other disease conditions. In
order to find a lasting solution to this issue, scientists, through genetic modification, came up
with the ‘golden rice', a type of rice rich in beta-carotene, a major vitamin A precursor (Owens,
2018). The golden rice project is only one example of how genetically modified foods can be
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used in the health sector to provide lasting solutions to some of the healthcare challenges,
especially those which can be solved from an agriculture point of view.
Despite the numerous genetically modified projects on show, there still exists heated
debates against genetically modified products. There exists a huge population with reservations
about these types of foods. But what exactly are the sentiments of these individuals opposed to
genetically modified foods?
One of the major reasons why people are opposed to genetically modified foods is the
‘disgusting’ feeling especially about the source of the genes used as well as the moral judgment
due to the inborn as well as religious beliefs held by these people (Gwira Baumblatt et al., 2017).
Most individuals view genetically modified foods as a source of contamination to the
environment since these foods are not naturally occurring. Additionally, when genes, say from
certain organisms such as bacteria and inedible animals are used to make food, there is a moral
and religious idea that such food is not safe (Gwira Baumblatt et al., 2017).
A common thought and argument provided by individuals opposed to genetically
processed foods are that they cause diseases such as cancer (Gwira Baumblatt et al., 2017). Such
individuals are always opposed to these foods with the argument that not only cancer but other
deadly diseases arise as a result of genetic modification of these foods. Claims have been made
pointing out the sources of the genes being transferred as one of the major causes of diseases in
human beings (Gwira Baumblatt et al., 2017). While those opposed to genetically modified foods
may present various arguments, it should be noted that these foods are not entirely dangerous as
claimed.
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Before finding their way into the market, genetically modified foods undergo all forms of
safety tests in order to find out whether they pose any health risks to the consumers (Word
Health Organization, 2014). It is thus of great importance for anyone claiming otherwise to
present scientific proof of any harm or side effect caused by a laboratory tested genetically
modified food. On the issue of diseases, any food whether conventionally produced or
genetically modified has the capacity to cause disease under various conditions such storage,
amount, preparation method as well as the additives used (Word Health Organization, 2014).
It is evident that the development of genetically modified foods means no harm to the
human population. With enough research and continued development of concepts in this research
field, genetically modified foods can be of great significance not only in the food industry but
also in the health as well as the business industries.
References
Bruinsma, J. (2017). World agriculture: towards 2015/2030: an FAO study. Routledge.
Gwira Baumblatt, J. A., Carpenter, L. R., Wiedeman, C., Dunn, J. R., Schaffner, W., & Jones, T.
F. (2017). Population survey of attitudes and beliefs regarding organic, genetically
modified, and irradiated foods. Nutrition and health, 23(1), 7-11.
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Owens, B. (2018). Golden Rice is safe to eat, says FDA.
Sax, J., & Rubin, E. L. (2018). Administrative Guidance and Genetically Modified Food.
World Health Organization. (2014). Frequently asked questions on genetically modified foods.
Retrieved
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http://www.who.int/foodsafety/areas_work/food-technology/faq-
genetically-modified-food/en/
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Organization, 2014). Among the hottest topics of discussion is the wordy tion of the types of food
currently being produced for human consumption. Many individuals place emphasis on the
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naturally produced food versus genetically modified food. While numerous individuals would
prefer food produced in what they deem as its ‘natural setting', there are still those who have
welcomed and embraced the issue of genetically modified foods; each side has its own reason
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Genetically Modified Foods
Numerous debates on genetically modified foods have erupted over the past few decades
commas
with regard to science, ethics as well as the human beliefs about these foods (World Health
Organization, 2014). Among the hottest topics of discussion
the wordy tion of the types of food
currently being produced for human consumption. Many individuals place emphasis on the
source and procedure used in manufacturing as well as the procedure used in the development of
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and arguments for or against genetically modified foods. But the big question remains; what
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exactly is genetically modified food and how safe is it for human consumption?
Sax & Rubin (2018) refer to genetically modified foods as foods (both plants and
animals) in which a section of the genetic matter has undergone certain modifications. In most
cases, modifications are usually associated with growth rate as well as disease resistance (Sax &
Rubin, 2018). Additionally, there could be a translocation of genes from one organism to another
in order to incorporate a certain plant or animal characteristic into another (Word Health
Organization, 2014). A number of reasons have been put forward in a bid to explain the
economics behind this scientific process. These reasons majorly revolve around the consumers as
well as the producers of these crops. Some of these reasons include the production of low price
foods, production of foods with long duration as well as the production of plants and animals that
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