Nutrition and determining which foods to eat can be confusing; chiropractors are a good source of information on what is best to consume for optimum health. Many chiropractors are spearheading campaigns to label and/or get rid of GMO's (Genetically Modified Organisms), one of the major food groups to steer clear of.
Organisms whose genetic characteristics have been altered by inserting a gene from a different ogranism or a modified gene through genetic engineering are known as being genetically modified and labeled GMO's. Different species of bacteria, plants, animals, and/or viral genes are created (that would not naturally occur) by crossbreeding methods involving transferring DNA from one species to the other. Many experts agree that consuming these newly modified organisms might be cause for concern. The positive side is that it creates a wider variety of foods for consumers.
GMO labeling has recently been a hot topic, with campaigns all over the internet and social media sites such as Facebook. Most polls prove that Americans want GMO's labeled, so they know whether a food has been genetically modified and can make an informed choice about whether or not to purchase or consume it. Approximately 80% of our country's prepackaged foods contain GMO's despite the fact that the majority of Americans state they would not buy food that has been genetically modified. People are making a stand to get GMO's restricted from our food supply, or at least to have these foods labeled properly.
The companies providing the research to the U.S. FDA on GMO's safety are often conducted by the very same companies that produce them. Campaign contributions and political lobbying are effective in getting laws passed that allow GMO's to stay in our food supply unlabeled. GMO labeling campaigns have been started by organizations and states to prevent this. Other countries have restricted or even banned GMO's until they are proven safe. Many Americans want the same bans and restrictions to allow individuals the opportunity to decide whether or not to feed these genetically modified foods to their families. Many people do not want to consume these GMO's until they are proven safe. There are also many Americans who do not know what a GMO is, and therefore are unaware of the potential threat in their food supply.
If reading labels for GMO's is new to you, an easy way to begin is to start with identifying and potentially avoiding these 10 foods: aspartame, canola, corn, cotton, dairy, papayas, soy, sugar, yellow squash and zucchini. It is believed that consuming the GMO variety of these foods could be harmful to your health. These foods are prevalent in big chain grocery stores, so purchasing them at farmer's markets and CSA's (Community Supported Agriculture) could make it easier to find the non-GMO variety. Searching for the label non-GMO or USDA-organic also ensures the product is free of GMO's.
It may feel overwhelming to identify and eliminate GMO foods in your diet. Your local chiropractor can help you identify safe foods, and can suggest local places to purchase non-GMO foods. Chiropractors can also help you support your healthy diet with proper supplements to keep you looking and feeling your best.
Organisms whose genetic characteristics have been altered by inserting a gene from a different ogranism or a modified gene through genetic engineering are known as being genetically modified and labeled GMO's. Different species of bacteria, plants, animals, and/or viral genes are created (that would not naturally occur) by crossbreeding methods involving transferring DNA from one species to the other. Many experts agree that consuming these newly modified organisms might be cause for concern. The positive side is that it creates a wider variety of foods for consumers.
GMO labeling has recently been a hot topic, with campaigns all over the internet and social media sites such as Facebook. Most polls prove that Americans want GMO's labeled, so they know whether a food has been genetically modified and can make an informed choice about whether or not to purchase or consume it. Approximately 80% of our country's prepackaged foods contain GMO's despite the fact that the majority of Americans state they would not buy food that has been genetically modified. People are making a stand to get GMO's restricted from our food supply, or at least to have these foods labeled properly.
The companies providing the research to the U.S. FDA on GMO's safety are often conducted by the very same companies that produce them. Campaign contributions and political lobbying are effective in getting laws passed that allow GMO's to stay in our food supply unlabeled. GMO labeling campaigns have been started by organizations and states to prevent this. Other countries have restricted or even banned GMO's until they are proven safe. Many Americans want the same bans and restrictions to allow individuals the opportunity to decide whether or not to feed these genetically modified foods to their families. Many people do not want to consume these GMO's until they are proven safe. There are also many Americans who do not know what a GMO is, and therefore are unaware of the potential threat in their food supply.
If reading labels for GMO's is new to you, an easy way to begin is to start with identifying and potentially avoiding these 10 foods: aspartame, canola, corn, cotton, dairy, papayas, soy, sugar, yellow squash and zucchini. It is believed that consuming the GMO variety of these foods could be harmful to your health. These foods are prevalent in big chain grocery stores, so purchasing them at farmer's markets and CSA's (Community Supported Agriculture) could make it easier to find the non-GMO variety. Searching for the label non-GMO or USDA-organic also ensures the product is free of GMO's.
It may feel overwhelming to identify and eliminate GMO foods in your diet. Your local chiropractor can help you identify safe foods, and can suggest local places to purchase non-GMO foods. Chiropractors can also help you support your healthy diet with proper supplements to keep you looking and feeling your best.
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