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Genetically Engineered FoodThe adding of new genes into any organism or plant is called genetically engineered foods. No one can possibly predict the effects of this technology.
Genetic mistakes can never be recalled. Our Canadian stores are allowing genetically engineered foods with genes derived from animals, fish, insects and bacteria. There are many people and many scientists that believe these foods are not properly tested. These foods could pose very serious health risks. The population that is unaware of the risks, is caught up in a dangerous global experiment. This experiment is in the interest of short term commercial gain. Bio tech companies will gain by controlling large segments of the world’s food supply. What is Genetic Engineering?GE modifies every plant or animal. They transfer the genes of one organism into another and alter the genetic material or genes contained with each cell.For example, the genes of a fish were inserted into a tomato to create a more durable tomato, making it last longer on the store shelf. I wonder what the nutritional value of these tomatoes would be then. Dangers Involved by Ingesting Genetically Engineered Foods
People with weakened immune systems or Candida could suffer greatly. Our foods will carry more toxins and allergens. Unnatural gene transfers between species. This can cause the spread of dangerous diseases. Our food/crops and our water supply would have more chemicals used on them. Side Effects of G.E. The risks of genetic mistakes are unlimited. No one can predict the effects of introducing new genes into any plant or organism. No one can predict how a gene may act when placed in a new host. Herbicide Resistant Soybeans and Canola Oil Soybeans and canola oil that are presently in our supermarkets are GE to be resistant to herbicides. This means that the farmer can spray higher levels of herbicides without damaging crops. Results are we are consuming increased contamination in our food, soil and our water supply. This causes toxicity levels to be higher for animals and as well as plants and soil. Again, do we know the unknown effects of gene pollution? Soybeans are used in approximately 60% of processed foods. These include
Potatoes with Pesticide Genes Insect resistant potatoes are now in our supermarkets. These potatoes are genetically engineered to contain their own pesticide. The potato contains a bacterial gene (called bacillus thuringiensis, or B.t.). This creates a toxin in the potato to kill insects. What will this do to us? It saves the farmer money as he doesn’t have to spray with pesticide, as the potato has the insecticide in it. What will the long-term effects of these foods be on people? Corn with Pesticide Genes B.t toxin is also added to the genes of corn to kill insects. This genetically engineered corn is used in many of the foods that we consume. Some of them are
corn syrup Corn is used in an estimated 25% of processed foods. Some scientists are concerned that potatoes and corn with B.t. toxin may cause allergies in certain people. It could cause poisonous effects in those people using ulcer medications or antacids. Splicing Human Genes into Crops and Animals Farm animals are being altered with human genes to provide replacement parts for human transplants. Cancer genes being released into the environment through modified plants.
G.E. Enzymes and Food AdditivesIt is has been approved that genetically engineered food additives and enzymes are available.These are the enzymes that are in a wide range of products.
These products include
This list goes on and on. Can you visualize what this will do to our immune systems? Are you feeling concerned yet? You should be! There are more foods that are genetically engineered. These foods are approved g.e. foods.
Canadians Want Labelling – 83 to 94% of Canadians want clear food labelling on their products. American wheat is genetically modified and could pose even more of a problem for people with celiac disease than natural wheat does. Canadian regulations at this time, do not require labelling. Consumers are being denied the right to know if they are eating genetically engineered foods or not. CANADIANS write to your MP, MPP expressing your concern. Demand labelling of genetically engineered foods and a 50 year moratorium on these foods until their long-term effects are known. To Support this Campaign contact: Campaign to Ban Genetically Engineered Foods in Ottawa. This is a book that is available written b John Fagan, Ph.D. Genetic Engineering: The HazardsBy John Fagan, Ph.D.Softcover, 192 pagesPublished in 1995 In November 1994, molecular biologist Dr. John Fagan stunned the scientific community when he returned more than $600,000 in research grant money to the National Institutes of Health to protest against the rampant experimentation with genetic engineering. Dr. Fagan’s ethical stance has won the praise of leading scientists throughout the world. In this new book, Dr. Fagan gives a brilliant analysis of the dangers of genetic engineering. He also explains why he is giving up his research to focus on the Maharishi Vedic Approach to Health(sm) program, a traditional and natural system of health care which Dr. Fagan believes holds the key to disease prevention and perfect health. Dr. Fagan is co-director of the Doctoral Program in Physiology, Biochemistry, and Cell Biology, and professor of physiology and biochemistry at Maharishi University of Management. Dr. Fagan’s action is "remarkable for a researcher who had succeeded in one of the most productive and competitive scientific disciplines." - The Boston
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