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超市里的东西怎么看哪些是转基因的？
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我造什么谣，你去Farmboy买菜看一眼跟你胡叔不能生气，要是让他现在再写博士论文，估计都毕不了业，毕业了也得让老方打假。
胡萝卜有O的，土豆也有O 的
如果都是非转的，O土豆卖给谁呀
这不是关键，关键是你吃那么多转基因豆制品，那么多转基因油，那么多转基因玉米引申产品，咋办？操心不操心啊
非常不幸， 你移民来到了全世界第四大转基因农作物种植大国，想不吃转基因，难！
咪咪哥作为上海小开生活精细，我能理解咪咪哥可以精细控制
9声作为科学家资深技术移民，纯北京糙爷们，现在也萌的不行，Dreaming不吃转基因在加拿大生活，不是在骗他自己吗？有那闲钱打戴克好了
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omg我造什么谣，你去Farmboy买菜看一眼
胡萝卜有O的，土豆也有O 的
如果都是非转的，O土豆卖给谁呀
这不是关键，关键是你吃那么多转基因豆制品，那么多转基因油，那么多转基因玉米引申产品，咋办？操心不操心啊
非常不幸， 你移民来到了全世界第四大转基因农作物种植大国，想不吃转基因，难！
咪咪哥作为上海小开生活精细，我能理解咪咪哥可以精细控制
9声作为科学家资深技术移民，纯北京糙爷们，现在也萌的不行，Dreaming不吃转基因在加拿大生活，不是在骗他自己吗？他有那闲钱早打戴克了
o是o，不标o不代表就是gm，understand，那是传统方法种植的。
你梦想自己生活在转基因的海洋里。
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我造什么谣，你去Farmboy买菜看一眼
胡萝卜有O的，土豆也有O 的
如果都是非转的，O土豆卖给谁呀
这不是关键，关键是你吃那么多转基因豆制品，那么多转基因油，那么多转基因玉米引申产品，咋办？操心不操心啊
非常不幸， 你移民来到了全世界第四大转基因农作物种植大国，想不吃转基因，难！
咪咪哥作为上海小开生活精细，我能理解咪咪哥可以精细控制
9声作为科学家资深技术移民，纯北京糙爷们，现在也萌的不行，Dreaming不吃转基因在加拿大生活，不是在骗他自己吗？有那闲钱打戴克好了
胡叔，友提一下：O土豆（有的话）是没使用抗生素化肥啥的，不一定非指转基好伐？
俺倒是想跟着你一呼百应地闹革命，可你浑水也不能忒明显了。
胡叔，友提一下：O土豆（有的话）是没使用抗生素化肥啥的，不一定非指转基好伐？
现在基因产品无标签，如何判断，好歹有个O嘛，如果你怕转基因。
村长早讲了，O不一定非转， 那天核老大贴的政府标准讲了，标100%O的必须是非转基因的
明白这个逻辑关系了吗？
目前来讲，除了标100% O的，至少没有法规保障你吃的食物是GM Free的
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Understanding Genetically Modified Foods
Have you ever wondered where food comes from? When we think about it, a picture of a farmer planting seeds often comes to mind. But did you know that some seeds are genetically altered in a laboratory before being planted? These seeds are called genetically modified organisms (GMOs) and produce genetically modified (GM) foods.
What is a Genetically Modified Organism (GMO)?
A GMO is an organism, like a seed, that:
What GM foods are approved in Canada?
Since 1994, over 81 GM foods have been approved in Canada including:
How are GM foods regulated?
Before a GM food can be sold in Canada, Health Canada makes sure that it is safe to eat. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency makes sure that GM foods will not harm the environment.
How do I know if I’m eating a GM food?
GM foods do not have to be labelled in Canada or the United States. Labelling of GM foods is very difficult. This is because a GM food like corn can be used as an ingredient in many other foods like cereal, yogurt, frozen entrees and canned soup. All of these foods would need to be labelled as having genetically modified ingredients.
As a Canadian consumer, you will likely not know if the foods you buy have been genetically modified. In other parts of the world like Europe, it is mandatory to label GM foods.
What are the benefits of genetically modified foods?
GM crops have been developed to have certain benefits. GM foods may:
Some crops are genetically modified to be more durable than a regular crop. In the late 1990’s, Health Canada approved the Flavr Savr™ tomato. The tomato ripens at a slower rate which allows it to develop more flavour. Certain soy and sunflower crops have been genetically modified so that the oils made from these crops are more stable and can be heated to higher temperatures. This could allow these types of healthier oils to replace shortening and trans fat in the food supply.
What are the risks of eating GM foods?
Cross-contamination
Crops that grow GM plants may contaminate other fields that are close by. This may happen if the seeds from a GM crop blow into a neighbouring field. Many countries now have ways to lower the risk of cross-contamination, but this is still one of the biggest risks of GM crops.
Crop variety
Some experts say that the variety of foods that the world produces may be lowered due to GM crops. This is because farmers may choose to plant only a few types of GM crops since they may produce larger amounts of food.
Are there plans to do research on GM foods?
Health Canada does not plan to do research on GM foods since they are not seen as a risk to Canadians.
What should I do if I’m concerned about eating GM foods?
Since GM foods are not required to be labelled in Canada, it is hard to know whether you are eating them or not. If you are concerned about GM foods, there are a few ways to limit them in your diet.
Try the tips below:
The bottom line
GM foods have been grown and sold in Canada since 1994 and will likely continue to be part of the food supply. As a Canadian consumer, you will likely not know if the foods you buy have been genetically modified. However, Health Canada makes sure that genetically modified foods are safe to eat.
Visit Health Canada for more frequently asked questions about GM foods.
If you have more questions, call an EatRight Ontario Registered Dietitian at 1-877-510-510-2 or send an email.
Have you ever wondered where food comes from? When we think about it, a picture of a farmer planting seeds often comes to mind. But did you know that some seeds are genetically altered in a laboratory before being planted? These seeds are called genetically modified organisms (GMOs) and produce genetically modified (GM) foods.
What is a Genetically Modified Organism (GMO)?
A GMO is an organism, like a seed, that:
- Has had its genes (DNA) altered to act in a way that does not happen naturally and/or
- Contains genes from another organism.
What GM foods are approved in Canada?
Since 1994, over 81 GM foods have been approved in Canada including:
- Canola
- Corn
- Lentils
- Potatoes
- Rice
- Soybeans
- Squash
- Tomatoes
- Wheat
How are GM foods regulated?
Before a GM food can be sold in Canada, Health Canada makes sure that it is safe to eat. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency makes sure that GM foods will not harm the environment.
How do I know if I’m eating a GM food?
GM foods do not have to be labelled in Canada or the United States. Labelling of GM foods is very difficult. This is because a GM food like corn can be used as an ingredient in many other foods like cereal, yogurt, frozen entrees and canned soup. All of these foods would need to be labelled as having genetically modified ingredients.
As a Canadian consumer, you will likely not know if the foods you buy have been genetically modified. In other parts of the world like Europe, it is mandatory to label GM foods.
What are the benefits of genetically modified foods?
GM crops have been developed to have certain benefits. GM foods may:
- Grow well even when sprayed with pesticides
- Have less disease caused by insects or viruses
- Resist damage due to weather, like frost or draught
- Ripen slower and last longer during shipping
- Bruise less easily
- Have more of a certain nutrient like vitamin A found in Golden Rice, a genetically modified rice crop developed in Europe
Some crops are genetically modified to be more durable than a regular crop. In the late 1990’s, Health Canada approved the Flavr Savr™ tomato. The tomato ripens at a slower rate which allows it to develop more flavour. Certain soy and sunflower crops have been genetically modified so that the oils made from these crops are more stable and can be heated to higher temperatures. This could allow these types of healthier oils to replace shortening and trans fat in the food supply.
What are the risks of eating GM foods?
Cross-contamination
Crops that grow GM plants may contaminate other fields that are close by. This may happen if the seeds from a GM crop blow into a neighbouring field. Many countries now have ways to lower the risk of cross-contamination, but this is still one of the biggest risks of GM crops.
Crop variety
Some experts say that the variety of foods that the world produces may be lowered due to GM crops. This is because farmers may choose to plant only a few types of GM crops since they may produce larger amounts of food.
Are there plans to do research on GM foods?
Health Canada does not plan to do research on GM foods since they are not seen as a risk to Canadians.
What should I do if I’m concerned about eating GM foods?
Since GM foods are not required to be labelled in Canada, it is hard to know whether you are eating them or not. If you are concerned about GM foods, there are a few ways to limit them in your diet.
Try the tips below:
- Buy organic foods. Organic foods are not genetically modified.
- Plant a garden. When you buy plants or seeds, ask if they have been genetically modified, but chances are they are not.
- Call food companies. If you are interested to know if a certain food contains GM ingredients, the food company may be able to answer your questions.
- Visit specialty stores. Some smaller food companies label their products as “GMO-free.”
- Voice your opinion. Call food companies, contact Health Canada or the CFIA and let them know you would like GM foods to be labelled.
The bottom line
GM foods have been grown and sold in Canada since 1994 and will likely continue to be part of the food supply. As a Canadian consumer, you will likely not know if the foods you buy have been genetically modified. However, Health Canada makes sure that genetically modified foods are safe to eat.
Visit Health Canada for more frequently asked questions about GM foods.
If you have more questions, call an EatRight Ontario Registered Dietitian at 1-877-510-510-2 or send an email.
