GMO Foods Safety Myths and Facts

The video discusses the safety and regulation of GMOs, addressing common concerns such as health risks, allergies, and cancer. It explains that GMOs are as safe as non-GMOs, regulated by federal agencies, and do not cause celiac disease or increase cancer risk. The video emphasizes the importance of research in understanding GMOs.

Since when have GMO foods been available to consumers?

• 1980s

• 1990s

• 2010s

• 2000s

How do GMO foods compare to non-GMO foods in terms of healthfulness?

• GMO foods are not healthful at all

• GMO foods are less healthful

• GMO foods are more healthful

• GMO foods are equally healthful

Which agencies are responsible for regulating GMOs in the U.S.?

• FDA, USDA, EPA

• CDC, WHO, FDA

• USDA, CDC, WHO

• EPA, WHO, USDA

What is the role of federal agencies in relation to GMOs and allergies?

• They ignore allergy concerns

• They monitor developments carefully

• They ban all GMOs

• They only focus on animal safety

Do GMOs cause celiac disease?

• Yes, they do

• No, they don't

• It is still under research

• Only in certain cases

What is the primary cause of celiac disease?

• Lack of dietary fiber

• An immune reaction to gluten

• Genetically modified wheat

• Consumption of GMO corn

What is the relationship between GMOs and cancer risk?

• GMOs increase cancer risk

• GMOs decrease cancer risk

• GMOs are banned due to cancer risk

• GMOs have no effect on cancer risk

How do cancer rates in the U.S. compare to those in Europe and the U.K.?

• Higher in the U.S.

• No data available

• Lower in the U.S.

• Similar in both regions

What is the main conclusion about the safety of GMOs?

• GMOs are unsafe

• GMOs are safe to eat

• GMOs are banned in the U.S.

• GMOs need more research

What is a key characteristic of GMOs compared to non-GMOs?

• They are more expensive

• They are completely different

• They are less nutritious

• They have similar characteristics