This document discusses genetically modified organisms (GMOs) and their potential benefits and concerns. GMOs are organisms whose DNA has been altered through genetic engineering techniques. There are over 143 types of GMOs worldwide that could help address issues like world hunger, nutrition, agriculture, and the environment. However, there are also environmental and health concerns about GMOs, including their potential effects on ecosystems, antibiotic resistance, and human health impacts. The document argues that more research and public education is still needed regarding the safety of GMOs.
2. What are GMO‟s?
GMOs, or “genetically modified organisms,” are
plants or animals created through gene splicing
techniques, (also called genetic engineering).
This technique alters DNA from different species
Cannot occur in nature or in traditional cross
breeding
4. The Future of Genetic
Technology
143 different types of GMO‟s worldwide which
provide the possible solutions for:
World Hunger
Stacking Nutrition
Agricultural Survival
Increase Plant Defenses
Weather
Disease
Pests
Endless Possibilities…
5. Concerns…
Environmental Concerns
Ecosystem Alterations – Manmade Changes
Superbugs
Soil
Lab Rat Revelations
Damaged brain, live, testicles, small intestines and
immune systems
No Long Term Test Results on Humans
The Unknown…
8. Ingredients Derived From
At Risk Crops
Include but are not limited to…
Amino Acids, Aspartame, Ascorbic Acid, Sodium
Ascorbate, Vitamin C, Citric Acid, Sodium
Citrate, Ethanol, Flavorings (“natural” and
“artificial”), High-Fructose Corn
Syrup, Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein, Lactic
Acid, Maltodextrins, Molasses, Monosodium
Glutamate, Sucrose, Textured Vegetable Protein
(TVP), Xanthan Gum, Vitamins, Yeast Products
60 – 70% of your food
9. Conclusion
GMO‟s aren‟t safe for human consumption
Safeguarding our Future
More Education & Attention
Call for Action
10.
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