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Scientists under attack for criticising genetically modified food sales

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I'm skeptical about the claims, but I am concerned about the nutritional qualities of genetically modified (GM) foods. Now some scientists are being attacked for their stance against GM food production and sales:


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Árpád Pusztai and Ignacio Chapela have two things in common: they are both distinguished scientists and their careers are now in ruins. Both issued warnings against the sale of genetically-modified food and both are now suffering the fate of those who criticize such work, which is often dominated by financial interests rather than the public good. Director Bertram Verhaag’s exposé paints a vivid picture of a scientific community in danger of losing its objectivity in the face of pressure from the commercial sector.
Source: Free Planet Blog
Via: twitter

Effects of Feeding GMO Potatoes to Rats

Dr. Arpad Pusztai discusses his research on the effects of feeding GMO potatoes to rats. Mentions "antinutrients" contained in plants (which is something that I'm seeing mentioned in paleo and low-carb health circles as well).

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About me

I'm Mike. I'm LowCarbForLife's (Teri's) hubby. I manage the LowCarbCompatible™ web site, among many other things. I don't follow a strict diet but I do follow LowCarbForLife's way of eating most of the time, since we eat together (and I cook most of the time).

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Carbohydrate Addict's Lifespan Program (CALP)

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