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    The document argues for mandatory labeling of genetically modified foods in the United States. It defines genetically modified organisms (GMOs) as foods with altered DNA through genetic engineering and notes that 60-80% of processed US foods contain GMOs. It calls for labeling because of some health concerns with GMOs and concerns they are unsustainable, and cites evidence that labeling has not increased food prices in over 60 countries that require it. Currently, the FDA only requires GMO labeling if a food has nutritional or safety properties different than expected by consumers.

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    The document argues for mandatory labeling of genetically modified foods in the United States. It defines genetically modified organisms (GMOs) as foods with altered DNA through genetic engineering and notes that 60-80% of processed US foods contain GMOs. It calls for labeling because of some health concerns with GMOs and concerns they are unsustainable, and cites evidence that labeling has not increased food prices in over 60 countries that require it. Currently, the FDA only requires GMO labeling if a food has nutritional or safety properties different than expected by consumers.

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    The document argues for mandatory labeling of genetically modified foods in the United States. It defines genetically modified organisms (GMOs) as foods with altered DNA through genetic engineering and notes that 60-80% of processed US foods contain GMOs. It calls for labeling because of some health concerns with GMOs and concerns they are unsustainable, and cites evidence that labeling has not increased food prices in over 60 countries that require it. Currently, the FDA only requires GMO labeling if a food has nutritional or safety properties different than expected by consumers.

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    The document argues for mandatory labeling of genetically modified foods in the United States. It defines genetically modified organisms (GMOs) as foods with altered DNA through genetic engineering and notes that 60-80% of processed US foods contain GMOs. It calls for labeling because of some health concerns with GMOs and concerns they are unsustainable, and cites evidence that labeling has not increased food prices in over 60 countries that require it. Currently, the FDA only requires GMO labeling if a food has nutritional or safety properties different than expected by consumers.

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    Pro GMO Labeling

    What are GMOs?


    Genetically Modified Organisms
    At least one gene in the organisms natural
    DNA has been altered through genetic
    engineering

    Why Label?
    - 60-80% of processed foods in the U.S. are genetically
    modified
    - Health concerns following exposure
    - Unsustainable
    - No evidence of increased food prices in over 60
    countries who label GMOs
    - We have a right to know

    Current Policy
    The Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
    requires labeling of GMO foods only if the food
    has a nutritional or food safety property that is
    different from what consumers expect.

    That looks natural!

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