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TexasProgresive

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4. I have a question about genetic transference.

Reply to Buzz Clik (Original post)

Fri May 8, 2015, 08:48 AM

May 2015

"...the genetic modifications of the food can be transferred into our human genes and alter our DNA."

If the above statement is true than it is true for non-GMO foods that we have consumed for millions of years. Is there a danger to humans and animals from eating foods that contain genetic material?

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Based on the dangers of GMOs discussed at DU, I see an opportunity: [View all] Buzz Clik May 2015 OP

I, too, want to "do whatever a spider can." MineralMan May 2015 #1

But are you ok with catching thieves just like flies? Orrex May 2015 #2

You're probably safe from fly genes - a malfunctioning teleporter exchanges those csziggy May 2015 #9

Science is scawy NuclearDem May 2015 #3

I have a question about genetic transference. TexasProgresive May 2015 #4

I'm already 1/18th corn. NuclearDem May 2015 #5

Heheh... SidDithers May 2015 #6

Growing up on an egg producing farm TexasProgresive May 2015 #8

No. Natural is good, and good genes won't transfer to people. Buzz Clik May 2015 #7

Wonderful Gman May 2015 #10

You would be in good company Buzz Clik May 2015 #13

Me Too HassleCat May 2015 #11

That doesn't sound familiar, but ... Buzz Clik May 2015 #12