GMO’S AND ORGANIC FOODS

Nutrition Debate:  GMO’S AND ORGANIC FOODS

answer the FOLLOWING QUESTIONS.  You should submit a minimum of 500 – 900 words response (in totality) for the questions. Deduction will be taken for submitting incomplete answers.

1.  What is a Genetically Modified Food?

2.  Many people blame GMO food consumption on diseases or health conditions ie., allergies, cancer, diabetes.  Please explain the reasoning for this belief.  Do you agree?  Why or why not?

3.  Should manufacturers be required to label products containing GMO Foods?  Why or Why not – please defend your answer.

4.  Do you purchase organic Foods?  Why or Why not?

5.  Many people assume that organic foods and beverages are superior to foods produced using conventional methods.  Do you feel this way?  Why or Why not – defend your answer.