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Avoiding GMOs and Pesticides

Avoiding GMOs and Pesticides

With: Prof. Michael Antoniou

About the Episode

Common pantry staples are loaded with harmful pesticides, posing a serious threat to your health. In this episode of the Feel Freaking Amazing podcast, Dr. Michael Antoniou, a renowned expert in molecular genetics and toxicology at King’s College London, delved into the detrimental effects of GMOs and pesticides on both the environment and human health.

If you’re concerned about GMO foods and want to protect your health, this episode will help you make informed choices and understand the potential risks associated with GMOs and pesticide residues in the food supply. Get ready to make informed choices and protect yourself from unexpected risks. It’s time to take control of what you put on your plate and safeguard your well-being.

Listen now to start lowering your toxic load today!

What We Discuss

Dr. Antoniou emphasized the commercial interests driving GMO foods and highlighted the potential risks associated with gene-edited products, expressing concerns about the uncontrolled changes in plant biochemistry that could lead to new allergens and toxins. He also stressed the importance of understanding GMO labeling when buying food, urging you to be vigilant about seeking out organic products. The episode provided valuable insights into the complex issues surrounding GMO foods and gene-edited products, emphasizing the need for informed consumer choices and support for organic farming practices to address environmental and health concerns.

The potential impact of glyphosate

Glyphosate, a key ingredient in herbicides like Roundup, poses harmful effects even at low levels. Its presence in foods is concerning, especially in items like oat products. The prevalence of glyphosate in the American diet is primarily due to glyphosate-tolerant GMO crops and non-GMO cropping systems such as orchards.

The impact of GMO crops

The widespread use of GMO crops like soy, corn, and sugar beet contributes to the presence of glyphosate in food products. These crops also lead to the development of glyphosate-resistant weeds, increasing the use of more toxic herbicides. The harmful effects of glyphosate on soil microbiome and its toxicity to bees and bugs further emphasize the impact of GMO crops on the environment.

The dangers of gene editing

The conversation also touched on the risks associated with gene-edited GM crops developed using technologies like CRISPR. Evidence shows unintended DNA damage from gene editing techniques in agricultural crop development. Deregulation of these gene-edited crops poses potential dangers, raising concerns about the long-term implications for our health and the environment.

Resources

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SusFoodTrust/
GMWatch: https://gmwatch.org/
Institute for Responsible Technology; https://responsibletechnology.org/
https://www.responsibletechnology.org/gene-editing/
Podcast Episode:
https://sustainablefoodtrust.org/podcast/in-conversation-with-dr-michael-antoniou/

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How Glyphosate Is Damaging Your Health, with Prof. Michael Antoniou
Eat Healthy and Eco-Friendly Foods, with Stacie De Lucia
Start Living Clean, with Lexi Davidson
Decrease Toxic Exposure and Become More Resilient, with Dr. Joseph Pizzorno
Reduce the Toxins in Your House, with Dr. Vivian Chen
Personalize Your Detox, with Dr. Mark Hyman

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