Nutrition: Concepts and Controversies - Standalone book (MindTap Course List)
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ISBN: 9781305627994
Author: Frances Sizer, Ellie Whitney
Publisher: Brooks Cole
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Chapter 12, Problem 1CT
Summary Introduction
Interpretation:
Options and roadblocks to obtaining only non-GMO foods.
Concept Introduction:
Genetically modified organisms or GMOs are widely found in the food industry ranging from cereals, vegetables, fruits, eggs, meat, etc. Today GMO versus non-GMO is a big controversy that gives the consumers both options as well as problems to face.
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Nutrition: Concepts and Controversies - Standalone book (MindTap Course List)
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