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Future food

Article Abstract:

Genetically engineered foods are likely to become commonplace although the safety of these products has not been fully determined. Genetic engineering enables the rapid crossbreeding of fruits and vegetable for desirable traits, but critics believe the process could introduce allergins into the foods.

Author: Gannes, Stuart
Publisher: Conde Nast Publications, Inc.
Publication Name: Self
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 0149-0699
Year: 1993
Innovations, Food industry, Plant genetic engineering, Crops, Crops (Plants)

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Organic

Article Abstract:

The 'organic' label being attached to a number of consumer food products may be misleading, since no consolidated law governs labeling and growing requirements which can protect consumers from fraudulent claims.

Author: Holman, Jennifer Reid
Publisher: Conde Nast Publications, Inc.
Publication Name: Self
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 0149-0699
Year: 1997
Analysis, Laws, regulations and rules, Natural foods industry, Health foods industry, Physical fitness

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Organic food: should you bother?

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A discussion of the possible benefits of eating organic food in the US is presented, with focus on the health benefits due to lack of pesticides and enviromental issues.

Author: Murphy, Kate
Publisher: Conde Nast Publications, Inc.
Publication Name: Self
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 0149-0699
Year: 2000
Environmental aspects, Pesticide residues, Organic farming

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Subjects list: Health aspects, Health foods, Natural foods
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