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Detractors claim that genetically engineered foods pose significant risks to public health. They claim they could trigger allergic reactions.
Genetically modified foods, which are common in the United States, are passionately opposed by many Europeans, who call them "Frankenfoods" and fear they may pose long-term health and environmental risks. These crops have been biologically altered to build in a number of desirable characteristics, from insect resistance to faster growth to greater sugar retention.
Europe's ban on these foods has worsened Africa's hunger. Many African countries, fearing the loss of markets in Europe, are reluctant to plant genetically modified crops that could otherwise ease famine crisis.
Any thoughts?
Genetically modified foods, which are common in the United States, are passionately opposed by many Europeans, who call them "Frankenfoods" and fear they may pose long-term health and environmental risks. These crops have been biologically altered to build in a number of desirable characteristics, from insect resistance to faster growth to greater sugar retention.
Europe's ban on these foods has worsened Africa's hunger. Many African countries, fearing the loss of markets in Europe, are reluctant to plant genetically modified crops that could otherwise ease famine crisis.
Any thoughts?