The Risks We Take Everyday With GMO Foods
Wednesday, August 29, 2012
Desiree Winans in Food, GMO, Proposition 37
There are many health risks associated with Genetically Engineered foods.
The possible side-effects of GMO ingestion below have been documented by independent scientists- NOT affiliated with the biotech industry. We must adhere to the precautionary principle when it comes to something as important as our food.
With over 70% of processed foods on our shelves in the US being of genetically modified origin- the implications to our nations health are scary- to put it nicely.
Possible Side Effects of GMO Ingestion:
- Toxic Reactions
- Allergic Reactions
- Antibiotic Resistance
- Immune Suppression
- Infertility
- Accelerated Aging
- Birth Defects
- Dysregulation of Genes Associated with Cholesterol Synthesis
- Insulin Regulation
- Cell Signaling
- Protein Formation
- Changes in the Liver, Spleen, Gastrointestinal System AND other serious Illness.
My God- that's reason enough to light a fire under my butt!
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