Understanding Nutrition
Understanding Nutrition
14th Edition
ISBN: 9781285874340
Author: Eleanor Noss Whitney, Sharon Rady Rolfes
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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To determine: The position on food biotechnology and genetically modified foods.

Introduction: Food biotechnology is the branch of biotechnology in which bio-techniques are used in food production and processing to improve the quality of food, and, in turn, the health of the organisms that consume it. Existing plants and agricultural practices are genetically modified to produce healthier and nutritionally-rich foods and crops.

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To explain: The methods that could be used to minimize associated risks and alleviate fears in food biotechnology and GM crops.

Introduction: Food biotechnology is the branch of biotechnology in which bio-techniques are used in food production and processing to improve the quality of food and, in turn, the health of the organisms that consume it. Existing plants and agricultural practices are genetically modified to produce healthier and nutritionally-rich foods and crops.

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