As a second part of this project, we transition from analyzing the language use many sources utilize to convey their message to researching the facts about GMOs; The truth about the controversy of GMOs and its supposed health defects. I find it strange on how there is such a diverse, polarizing sides with regards with this topic. This page is meant to demystify the fears many consumers have on GMOs. Furthermore, for clarity, there is no known health impacts on human health as believed by a majority of scientists across the globe and while millions of humans are consuming genetically modified meals without a problem. Some scientists might say it’s comparable to other traditional methods of genetic engineering such as cross breeding and cross pollination. Scientists have agreed that there is a miscommunication between their own research and the general public which is why the controversy existed since the inception of GMOs.

 

 

In addition, for the many scientists that are confirming the safety for millions of other people, GMOs may actually lead the future. For instance, it contains a plethora of benefits such as an increase in crop yields, more nutritious food, more resources for medicine, and increased shelf life of food. Especially when the world’s population is exponentially increasing and the demand for food is already high, GMOs may help address this issue.

For more information, take a look at my post, “Research Paper on GMOs.”

 

Photo Credits

1.https://www.videoblocks.com/video/researchers-team-doing-research-activity-genetic-engineering-plants-laboratory-bm2gtfpm2gj0nn02na

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