Genetically modified organisms are plants and animals that have
had specific changes introduced into their DNA through genetic
engineering techniques. These modifications serve to yield
higher crops or growth, or to insert a certain trait, like
natural pesticide. Still, the future results of manipulating
nature are yet to be seen. Eating GMO foods have been known to
disrupt the healthy bacteria in our intestines. These tiny
bacteria are part of our immune system and help to protect us
from disease. Even after we digest the contaminated food our
bodies continue to produce pesticides from the altered food. The
antibiotics in GM foods have the potential to build resistance
to bacteria and could be responsible for the onset of superbugs.
While the verdict on the health and environmental risks from GMO
crops is still out, avoiding GMO foods seems like a move in the
right direction. Cosmetics products made with ingredients from
GM crops are also good to steer clear of, but this is easier
said than done. Organic cro