Why Genetically Modified Food Needs Stringent Regulation
Today, there is a large-scale cultivation of genetically modified food in the world. These crops were grown commercially in 1996 for the first time. There has been a 100 fold increase in the area of land planted with genetically modified food. Those in favour of its cultivation argue that genetically modified foods offer these advantages:
Genetic modified food is developed by introducing the gene which contains the desired traits into a specific seed. There are two chief methods used to achieve this, 1) particle bombardment, and 2) agrobacterium.
Neither of these techniques for genetically modified food is exact, so it is not possible to introduce a gene at one specific place in the genome. So, several copies are introduced. The plants own genes may be rearranged or replicated - in short, and gene mutation may occur. The mutations may happen either at the insertion site or throughout the genome. The possible risk of such mutations include:
That opposed genetic modified food on the other hand, argue that several animal studies have established that GM food could cause organ failure, severe allergic reactions, infertility, mental disorders and more. While some of these claims may be exaggerated, the possibility of introduction of allergens is alarmingly high. For example, introducing a trait from say, a nut into some other plant - if a person allergic to nuts consumes this genetically modified food, they may develop severe reactions. Animal testing has also revealed that genetically modified food increased body toxicity diminished immunity and chronic infections.
This is the reason, genetically modified foods needs to be regulated strictly - both production and consumption. Before releasing, it should be clearly mentioned that the food is genetically modified so that people who want to avoid GM foods can do so. Farmers should not be allowed to cultivate such crops without restrictions. The testing of food should be carried out before releasing it for consumption.
So, the debate over genetically modified food rages on, and the question remains as to what solution can be found for the global food crisis.
The Trivedi Effect with an Alternative
Mahendra Trivedi introduced a safe and natural phenomenon called The Trivedi Effect to the world, whereby he is able to induce organisms and objects to perform at their best by altering their atomic confirmation - just by using his mind power. He has the unique ability to harness the Universal Energy and direct it to others for their benefits. He has successfully demonstrated that seeds' yield can be increased up to 500%, and pest and disease-resistant can be prepared. This means that if applied globally, it could be the alternative to genetic modified food, and thus resolve the food crisis. To learn more about The Trivedi Effect and its benefits for agriculture, see http://www.trivediscience.com/agriculture/
They are more nutritious than conventionally grown foods
GM crops produce much higher yields
They are more resistant to weeds, pests and disease
Genetic modified food is developed by introducing the gene which contains the desired traits into a specific seed. There are two chief methods used to achieve this, 1) particle bombardment, and 2) agrobacterium.
Neither of these techniques for genetically modified food is exact, so it is not possible to introduce a gene at one specific place in the genome. So, several copies are introduced. The plants own genes may be rearranged or replicated - in short, and gene mutation may occur. The mutations may happen either at the insertion site or throughout the genome. The possible risk of such mutations include:
Disruption and abnormal functioning of the plant's genes affecting biochemical pathways that could produce toxins and anti-nutrients
Gene silencing in future generations in case of multiple copies due to transgene silencing in genetically modified food
Increasing or decreasing endogenic gene activity due to disruption of control genes that increase or decrease the amount of naturally occurring toxins and anti-nutrients
That opposed genetic modified food on the other hand, argue that several animal studies have established that GM food could cause organ failure, severe allergic reactions, infertility, mental disorders and more. While some of these claims may be exaggerated, the possibility of introduction of allergens is alarmingly high. For example, introducing a trait from say, a nut into some other plant - if a person allergic to nuts consumes this genetically modified food, they may develop severe reactions. Animal testing has also revealed that genetically modified food increased body toxicity diminished immunity and chronic infections.
This is the reason, genetically modified foods needs to be regulated strictly - both production and consumption. Before releasing, it should be clearly mentioned that the food is genetically modified so that people who want to avoid GM foods can do so. Farmers should not be allowed to cultivate such crops without restrictions. The testing of food should be carried out before releasing it for consumption.
So, the debate over genetically modified food rages on, and the question remains as to what solution can be found for the global food crisis.
The Trivedi Effect with an Alternative
Mahendra Trivedi introduced a safe and natural phenomenon called The Trivedi Effect to the world, whereby he is able to induce organisms and objects to perform at their best by altering their atomic confirmation - just by using his mind power. He has the unique ability to harness the Universal Energy and direct it to others for their benefits. He has successfully demonstrated that seeds' yield can be increased up to 500%, and pest and disease-resistant can be prepared. This means that if applied globally, it could be the alternative to genetic modified food, and thus resolve the food crisis. To learn more about The Trivedi Effect and its benefits for agriculture, see http://www.trivediscience.com/agriculture/
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