Genetically Modified Foods
The Benefits and Dangers of Genetically Modified Foods
Elizabeth Oh Pin Hui (B1101785)
HELP University
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* Outline
Introduction
Opener: What are genetically modified foods (GMF)?
Thesis statement: Genetically modified foods have both benefits as well as dangers to human health, the environment, and economy.
Genetically modified foods have contributed to better foods in terms of food quality and human health. * higher nutritional value and better flavour * increased shelf life
Genetically modified foods or organisms advocates enhanced farming techniques in terms of being environmentally friendly. * inbuilt resistance to pests, weeds, and disease * more capable of surviving in poor soil or adverse climates
Genetically modified foods are produced more economically thus has an impact on the global economy today. * more economical to farmers in terms of production and supply
Some GM foods may potentially lead to new diseases and allergies affecting human * health. * modified to be resistant to antibiotics * may put consumers at risk for surprising allergic reactions
Some concerns are that genetically modified foods may lead to environmental hazards. * gene transfer to non-targeted species can cause ecological problems * undesirable impact on biodiversity
Genetically modified food is young untested technology that can cause major economic problems if not handled well. * patent infringement costs involving genetic modification * end of food diversity
Conclusion
The Benefits and Dangers of Genetically Modified Foods
In the near future, kids may soon have the option to not eat their vegetables! The reason being, genetically modified foods have emerged from science labs quickly making their way to the dinner table. Firstly, what are genetically modified foods (GMFs)? Genetically modified (GM) foods are simply put foods that have had their DNA
Elizabeth Oh Pin Hui (B1101785)
HELP University
* * * *
* Outline
Introduction
Opener: What are genetically modified foods (GMF)?
Thesis statement: Genetically modified foods have both benefits as well as dangers to human health, the environment, and economy.
Genetically modified foods have contributed to better foods in terms of food quality and human health. * higher nutritional value and better flavour * increased shelf life
Genetically modified foods or organisms advocates enhanced farming techniques in terms of being environmentally friendly. * inbuilt resistance to pests, weeds, and disease * more capable of surviving in poor soil or adverse climates
Genetically modified foods are produced more economically thus has an impact on the global economy today. * more economical to farmers in terms of production and supply
Some GM foods may potentially lead to new diseases and allergies affecting human * health. * modified to be resistant to antibiotics * may put consumers at risk for surprising allergic reactions
Some concerns are that genetically modified foods may lead to environmental hazards. * gene transfer to non-targeted species can cause ecological problems * undesirable impact on biodiversity
Genetically modified food is young untested technology that can cause major economic problems if not handled well. * patent infringement costs involving genetic modification * end of food diversity
Conclusion
The Benefits and Dangers of Genetically Modified Foods
In the near future, kids may soon have the option to not eat their vegetables! The reason being, genetically modified foods have emerged from science labs quickly making their way to the dinner table. Firstly, what are genetically modified foods (GMFs)? Genetically modified (GM) foods are simply put foods that have had their DNA
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