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GMO - Sebastian V (Benefits :<3: (GMOs may be more nutritious…

- - - - "Based on a comprehensive analysis of the scientific evidence, as required by the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act (FD&C Act), the FDA has determined that AquAdvantage Salmon meets the statutory requirements for safety and effectiveness under the FD&C Act. The salmon are safe to eat, the introduced DNA is safe for the fish itself, and the salmon meet the sponsor’s claim about faster growth. Because the sponsor has met these requirements, the FDA must approve the application."https://www.fda.gov/AnimalVeterinary/DevelopmentApprovalProcess/GeneticEngineering/GeneticallyEngineeredAnimals/ucm473238.htm
  - - - "Because the pesticide is produced inside Bt plants, rather than sprayed on the outside, it cannot be washed off, so there are concerns that it may have adverse effects on humans, animals and wildlife if and when the crop is eaten."http://www.genewatch.org/sub-568238
  - - - "The second best approach, especially for those who cannot afford a balanced diet, is by way of nutrient-dense staple crops."http://www.goldenrice.org/
  - - - “DroughtGard was available on DeKalb, Channel and other Monsanto seed brands as well as from seed companies to whom we licensed the technology.”http://www.cornandsoybeandigest.com/corn/farmers-test-drought-tolerant-corn-hybrids
- - - - Monsanto is the world’s top producer of GMO seeds, which are designed to resist the toxic weedkiller RoundUp, also sold by Monsanto. As a result, the use of toxic herbicides like Roundup has increased 15 times since GMOs were introduced. Glyphosate, the active ingredient of RoundUp, was reclassified as a probable carcinogen by the World Health Organization.
  - - - "Since the loss of family farm lands by consolidation of larger land holders most livestock are being mistreated in the worst pathetic inhumane conditions."http://www.seattleorganicrestaurants.com/vegan-whole-foods/genetically-modified-chickens/
  - - - "These tests kept the only documented case of a GM soybean that was potentially allergenic off the market. "https://geneticliteracyproject.org/2014/04/16/are-gmos-causing-an-increase-in-allergies/
- - - - Counterargument Either not enough or a dying child what would you prefer?
- - - - Counterargument They could be allergic to more than one gene