GMO’s (Genetically Modified Organisms)

What are you putting in your body today? As some of you work so hard on your outer man, are you working just as hard, if not harder, on your inner man? I am trying to be more informed about what I am putting in my body, especially the older I get. We’re hearing more and more about GMO’s and Non-GMO’s. So, what exactly are they and what foods are they most commonly found in? 

GMO stands for Genetically Modified Organisms. This means an organism’s gene (the part of the cell that controls things like appearance, growth, of a living thing), has been modified (changed) by direct manipulation of a genome (the entirety of an organism's hereditary information) using biotechnology. New DNA may be inserted in the host genome by first isolating and copying the genetic material of interest using molecular cloning methods. (Wikipedia, 2014).

Non-GMO Products - All major GMO risk ingredients must be tested for compliance with the Non-GMO Project Standard prior to use in a Non-GMO Project Verified Product. The process is managed through a web-based application and evaluation program developed for the project. The project's seal indicates compliance with the standards. (Wikipedia, 2014). 

Here is a list of some of the most common GMO products:

* Corn

* Soy

* Cotton

* Alfalfa Sprouts

* Potatoes

* Tomatoes

* Peas

* Papaya

* Rice

* Dairy Products

* Canola

* Zucchini

* Yellow Squash
* Aspartame 

BEFORE YOU PLANT: Make sure to check out that packet of seeds before you buy. Many of the seeds contain GMO. You can get non-GMO seed from companies who have signed the Safe (non-GMO) Seed Pledge. Here is a website link with a list of companies who have signed the Safe Seed Pledge: http://www.councilforresponsiblegenetics.org/ViewPage.aspx?pageId=261

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