Genetic Modified Foods

What’s it ?Genetically modified (GM) foods are foods derived from organisms whose genetic material (DNA) has been modified in a way that does not occur naturally

‘’ Flavr Savr ’’

It cause an important Social Impact

The first tomato genetically modified

Flavr Savr got out of the market

AdvantagesSaves the use of toxic

chemicalsPrevents wasted cropsIt could potentially

solve hungerGive vitamins, proteins

and minerals that are need for our body

Disadvantages

The safety of such products is not verified yet

Genetically modified ingredients can cause cancer.

The effects of genetic food engineering could be irreversible.

Genetically modified products cannot be recalled.