Quote by Nina Fedoroff

Myths about the dire effects of genetically modified foods on health and the environment abound, but they have not held up to scientific scrutiny. And, although many concerns have been expressed about the potential for unexpected consequences, the unexpected effects that have been observed so far have been benign.

Myths about the dire effects of genetically modified foods o

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This quote emphasizes that the fears and misconceptions surrounding genetically modified foods (GM foods) are not supported by scientific evidence. It acknowledges that there have been concerns raised regarding the unknown consequences of GM foods, but it highlights that the observed effects have been harmless. The quote suggests that the negative perceptions surrounding GM foods are largely based on myths rather than scientifically proven facts.

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