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In reply to the discussion: A challenge to all GMO supporters. [View all]proverbialwisdom
(4,959 posts)167. Well done! Links added below.
http://www.argenbio.org/adc/uploads/pdf/bma.pdf
Many unanswered questions remain, particularly with regard to the potential long-term impact of GM foods on human health and on the environment. There is a lack of evidence-based research with regard to medium and long-term effects on health and the environment.
- British Medical Association
Many unanswered questions remain, particularly with regard to the potential long-term impact of GM foods on human health and on the environment. There is a lack of evidence-based research with regard to medium and long-term effects on health and the environment.
- British Medical Association
http://www.apha.org/policies-and-advocacy/public-health-policy-statements/policy-database/2014/07/28/13/18/support-of-the-labeling-of-genetically-modified-foods
Recognizing that food labeling makes possible a range of legitimate consumer interests ranging from a desire to avoid allergic reactions to the opportunity to exercise informed buying decisions... APHA declares its support that any food product containing GMOs be so labeled.
- American Public Health Association
Recognizing that food labeling makes possible a range of legitimate consumer interests ranging from a desire to avoid allergic reactions to the opportunity to exercise informed buying decisions... APHA declares its support that any food product containing GMOs be so labeled.
- American Public Health Association
http://www.ensser.org/increasing-public-information/no-scientific-consensus-on-gmo-safety/
"We strongly reject claims by GM seed developers and some journalists that there is a 'scientific consensus' on GMO safety. The claim is misleading and misrepresents scientific evidence. Moreover, the claim encourages complacency that could lead to a lack of regulatory and scientific rigour and appropriate caution, potentially endangering the health of humans, animals, and the environment."
- ENSSER Stance on GMO Safety Consensus
"We strongly reject claims by GM seed developers and some journalists that there is a 'scientific consensus' on GMO safety. The claim is misleading and misrepresents scientific evidence. Moreover, the claim encourages complacency that could lead to a lack of regulatory and scientific rigour and appropriate caution, potentially endangering the health of humans, animals, and the environment."
- ENSSER Stance on GMO Safety Consensus
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2587391/
"There is no assay and there is no epidemiology. If any GMO did cause harm it would be impossible to pick up within the constant background of disease, particularly since in the USA, the biggest consumer, there are no labelling requirements."
- Royal Society of Medicine Journal, Researcher David Schubert Statement on GMO Safety
"There is no assay and there is no epidemiology. If any GMO did cause harm it would be impossible to pick up within the constant background of disease, particularly since in the USA, the biggest consumer, there are no labelling requirements."
- Royal Society of Medicine Journal, Researcher David Schubert Statement on GMO Safety
http://factsaboutgmos.org/sites/default/files/AMA%20Report.pdf
"To better detect potential harms of bioengineered foods, the medical Council believes that pre-market safety assessment should shift from a voluntary notification process to a mandatory requirement."
- American Medical Association
"To better detect potential harms of bioengineered foods, the medical Council believes that pre-market safety assessment should shift from a voluntary notification process to a mandatory requirement."
- American Medical Association
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK225730/
"Public health regulatory systems need to be put in place in every country to identify and monitor potential adverse human health effects of transgenic plants. The possibility of long-term adverse effects should be kept in view when setting up such systems... information should be made available to the public concerning how their food supply is regulated and its safety ensured."
- National Academy of Sciences
"Public health regulatory systems need to be put in place in every country to identify and monitor potential adverse human health effects of transgenic plants. The possibility of long-term adverse effects should be kept in view when setting up such systems... information should be made available to the public concerning how their food supply is regulated and its safety ensured."
- National Academy of Sciences
http://www.examiner.com/list/science-organizations-say-gmos-not-proven-safe
"More than 124 other global health and science organizations say GMOs are not proven safe."
"More than 124 other global health and science organizations say GMOs are not proven safe."
MORE:
http://www.foe.org/news/archives/2015-02-are-gmos-safe-no-consensus-in-the-science-scientists
http://documents.foodandwaterwatch.org/doc/gmo_consensus.pdf
http://www.gmwatch.org
Big food seems to have started listening to consumers. Check out Robyn O'Brien's twitter for daily updates.
http://www.robynobrien.com
http://www.gmofreeusa.org/research/gmo-safety/
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Maybe this just seems like a really crummy game and people don't want play it. nt
el_bryanto
Mar 2015
#7
I'm glad you enjoyed - fortunately I don't really care so I don't mind losing. nt
el_bryanto
Mar 2015
#20
Pretty much. That our genes are promiscuous in digestion is an odd idea.
Liberal Veteran
Mar 2015
#10
I asked an honest question, admitted as much and even openly declared my laity.
Nuclear Unicorn
Mar 2015
#17
You want to have a real exploration of the issue - and then call that exploration a game
el_bryanto
Mar 2015
#50
Can you point to a single study in answer to his question? Don't you think it would be a good idea
pnwmom
Mar 2015
#102
To the contrary, there have been multiple studies of epigenetic effects of nutrition.
pnwmom
Mar 2015
#108
The researchers disagree with you. They don't think it's a simple function of fewer calories leading
pnwmom
Mar 2015
#118
I really have zero interest in answering questions with someone who refuses to reciprocate
Major Nikon
Mar 2015
#129
Thank you - if you want more info let me know - or tell me it is time to ask my question
SoLeftIAmRight
Mar 2015
#80
Again - Many Thanks - I am going to eat now (GMO corn sad to say) be back soon
SoLeftIAmRight
Mar 2015
#101
I should point out that you are asking another question without having answered the previous one
Major Nikon
Mar 2015
#106
Make sure you check out Mike Adam's expose on the mysterious fibers in Chicken McNuggets...
SidDithers
Mar 2015
#220
Coming from the poster who thinks naturalnews is scientifically credible...
SidDithers
Mar 2015
#230
Equating selective breeding with modern genetic engineering is not a valid proposition.
cheapdate
Mar 2015
#233
You ask a good question, since research has shown the epigenetic effects of nutrition.
pnwmom
Mar 2015
#103
What make you think GMO would be any different than any other food in this regard?
Major Nikon
Mar 2015
#110
It has been modified -- in different ways, depending on the food. Therefore it is not the same.
pnwmom
Mar 2015
#137
No, I don't think that. In fact, I know it's not true because most corn, for example,
pnwmom
Mar 2015
#160
It means that the millions of people who can't afford more expensive organic foods
pnwmom
Mar 2015
#172
It has been modified before but not genetically modified to withstand large doses of pesticides. n/t
pnwmom
Mar 2015
#179
Food was routinely doused in all sorts of pesticides long before GMOs came along
Major Nikon
Mar 2015
#180
Thanks for the link, that makes a lot of sense to me. I am ignorant on this topic.
Rex
Mar 2015
#156
It's why I almost never take the time to engage posters like that anymore...
SidDithers
Mar 2015
#195
you have not answered the question - that makes you a loser in this game
SoLeftIAmRight
Mar 2015
#217
I'm going to give you the benefit of the doubt, and go with intellectually lazy...nt
SidDithers
Mar 2015
#231
My touchstone on the subject is Dr. Arpad Pusztai (along with his recommended site, GMwatch.org).
proverbialwisdom
Mar 2015
#221
The funny thing is (yes, I gladly "lose") you imagine you're asking a great question. n/t
Silent3
Mar 2015
#186
Rules of your game are unless we follow your rules you can call us losers? Ironic much? nt
uppityperson
Mar 2015
#244
So we are not only losers but Bud drinkers, Walmart shoppers, & my 17 words wasted your time?
uppityperson
Mar 2015
#250