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Genetically modified crops have already arrived in many homes in North America. Thanks to new technological advancements in genetic engineering, almost 55 percent of last year’s soybean crop was genetically engineered. However, are North Americans aware of the risks of genetically modified crops? ... The natural world is being intruded upon and shape into what we would call a “Perfect World” by genetically engineering plants, animals and bacteria. Genetic engineering crops and plants/crops can be unhealthy and dangerous for humans. ... Genetically engineered plants/crops can be useful to aid developing countries and help in farming. ... Genetic engineering in regards to plants/crops and plants should be heavily regulated or banned since many disastrous mistakes will occur in the near future. ...
To begin with, people who eat genetically modified foods are at risk of damaging their own bodies without being aware of it. ... In 1989, a genetically modified form of supplement known as tryptophan produced high levels of toxins and was introduced to England. ... In addition, genetically altering plants can produce new unexpected and unknown allergens, which can put one’s life at risk. ... 68)
Without proper labelling and research millions of people who suffer from food allergies can be at risk. ... Furthermore, transgenic (genetically modified) foods become misleading; consumers become unaware of the true freshness and nutritional value of foods that they intend to buy. ... Consequently, consumers will no longer have any means of accurately judging the nutritional value of food that they consume.
In addition, genetically engineered foods affect the environment and surrounding ecosystems.
Approximate Word count = 1233
Approximate Pages = 4.9
(250 words per page double spaced)
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