Monsanto's GM Corn: article:

[amborin]

A study published in the International Journal of Biological Sciences asserts three tested varieties of Monsanto's genetically modified corn can cause organ failure, calling for further research.

The varieties of corn, Mon 810, Mon 863, and NK 603, were approved for food use for humans in Europe and North America.

The research is described as the first to ever comprehensively study the potential mammal health risks that may arise from eating genetically modified food products. The research titled A Comparison of the Effects of Three GM Corn Varieties on Mammalian Health was conducted by four French scientists.

The researchers summarized their findings saying
"... Our analysis clearly reveals for the 3 GMOs new side effects linked with GM maize consumption, which were sex- and often dose-dependent. Effects were mostly associated with the kidney and liver, the dietary detoxifying organs, although different between the 3 GMOs. Other effects were also noticed in the heart, adrenal glands, spleen and haematopoietic system. We conclude that these data highlight signs of hepatorenal toxicity, possibly due to the new pesticides specific to each GM corn."

The French scientists said it was important to study gm foods because
"... These substances have never before been an integral part of the human or animal diet and therefore their health consequences for those who consume them, especially over long time periods are currently unknown."

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The Coordinator of the Canadian Biotechnology Action Network (CBAN), Lucy Sharratt said this latest research highlights a need to impose a moratorium on all gm foods, as well as review of all the science behind existing approvals.....

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http://www.digitaljournal.com/article/285594

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[TxRider]

1. Heard an interesting piece yesterday about Monsanto

That their patent on round up ready seeds is expiring, seeds resistant to round up, the worlds most used herbicide, leaving many farmers open to making their own seed again now.

And it is unclear of Monsanto's "round up ready 2" seed varieties will be very successful.

[barbtries]

3. that's good news

i'm afraid it's too late for many farmers though.

[highplainsdem]

2. K&R