Negatives of GMO's
by: Meghana Vankina
What is it?
GMO or genetically modified organisms have had specific changes introduced to their DNA by genetic engineering techniques.
Why is it not beneficial?
- human health is endangered
- may unintentionally create a new allergen
- bacteria in our guts can pick up antibiotic resistance genes
- more diseases can spread
- can harm the environment
- pests will soon reproduce less resistant
- plants may be harmed with chemicals