10 Scientific Studies Proving GMOs Can Be Harmful To Human HealthArjun Walia The truth is, we dont know enough about GMOs to deem them safe for human consumption. Believe it or not the very first commercial sale of them was only twenty years ago. There is no possible way that our health authorities can test all possible combinations on a large enough population, over a long enough period of time to be able to say with absolute certainty that they are harmless. There are a multitude of credible scientific studies that clearly demonstrate why GMOs should not be consumed, and more are emerging every year. There are also a number of scientists all around the world who oppose them. Below Ive presented just a bit of information to get you started on your research. 1. Multiple Toxins From GMOs Detected In Maternal and Fetal Blood Research from Canada (the first of its kind) has successfully identified the presence of pesticides -associated with genetically modified foods in maternal, fetal and non-pregnant womens blood. They also found the presence of Monsantos Bt toxin. The study was published in the journal Reproductive Toxicology in 2011.(1) You can read the FULL study here. The study used blood samples from thirty pregnant women and thirty non-pregnant women. The study also pointed out that the fetus is considered to be highly susceptible to the adverse affects of xenobiotics (foreign chemical substance found within an organism that is not naturally produced.) This is why the study emphasizes that knowing more about GMOs is crucial, because environmental agents could disrupt the biological events that are required to ensure normal growth and development. 2. DNA From Genetically Modified Crops Can Be Transferred Into Humans Who Eat Them In a new study published in the peer reviewed Public Library of Science (PLOS), researchers emphasize that there is sufficient evidence that meal-derived DNA fragments carry complete genes that can enter into the human circulation system through an unknown mechanism.(2) In one of the blood samples the relative concentration of plant DNA is higher than the human DNA. The study was based on the analysis of over 1000 human samples from four independent studies. PLOS is an open access, well respected peer-reviewed scientific journal that covers primary research from disciplines within science and medicine. Its great to see this study published in it, confirming what many have been suspected for years. This still doesnt mean that GMOs can enter into our cells, but given the fact GMOs have been linked to cancer (later in this article) it is safe to assume it is indeed a possibility. The bottom line is that we dont know, and this study demonstrates another cause for concern. 3. New Study Links GMOs To Gluten Disorders That Affect 18 Million Americans This study was recently released by the Institute for Responsible Technology (IRT), and uses data from the US department of Agriculture, US Environmental Protection Agency, medical journal reviews as well as other independent research. (3)(4) The authors relate GM foods to five conditions that may either trigger or exacerbate gluten-related disorders, including the autoimmune disorder, Celiac Disease: The Institute for Responsible technology is a world leader in educating policy makers and the public about GMO foods and crops. The institute reports and investigates on the impact GM foods can have on health, environment, agriculture and more. 4. Study Links Genetically Modified Corn to Rat Tumors In November 2012, The Journal of Food and Chemical Toxicology published a paper titled Long term toxicity of a Roundup herbicide and a Roundup-tolerant genetically modified maize by Gilles-Eric Seralini and his team of researchers at Frances Caen University. (5) It was a very significant study, which obviously looks bad for the big biotech companies like Monsanto, being the first and only long-term study under controlled conditions examining the possible effects of a diet of GMO maize treated with Monsanto roundup herbicide. This study has since been retracted, which is odd, because the journal it was published in is a very well known, reputable peer reviewed scientific journal. In order for a study to be published here it has to go through a rigorous review process. Its also important to note that hundreds of scientists from around the world have condemned the retraction of the study. This study was done by experts, and a correlation between GMOs and these tumors cant be denied, something happened. The multiple criticisms of the study have also been answered by the team of researchers that conducted the study. You can read them and find out more about the study here. GM Crop Production is Lowering US Yields and Increasing Pesticide Use 5. Glyphosate Induces Human Breast Cancer Cells Growth via Estrogen Receptors A study is published in the US National Library of Medicine (4) and will soon be published in the journal Food and Chemical Toxicology. Several recent studies showed glyphosates potential to be an endocrine disruptor. Endocrine disruptors are chemicals that can interfere with the hormone system in mammals. These disruptors can cause developmental disorders, birth defects and cancer tumors. (6) Researchers also determined that Monsantos roundup is considered an xenoestrogen, which is a foreign estrogen that mimics real estrogen in our bodies. This can cause a number of problems that include an increased risk of various cancers, early onset of puberty, thyroid issues, infertility and more. 6. Glyphosate Linked To Birth Defects A group of scientists put together a comprehensive review of existing data that shows how European regulators have known that Monsantos glyphosate causes a number of birth malformations since at least 2002. Regulators misled the public about glyphosates safety, and in Germany the Federal Office for Consumer Protection and Food Safety told the European Commission that there was no evidence to suggest that glyphosate causes birth defects. (7) Here is a summary of the report: Another study published by the American Chemical Society, from the university of Buenos Aires, Argentina also showed that Glyphosate can cause abnormalities.(8) 7. Study Links Glyphosate To Autism, Parkinsons and Alzheimers When you ingest Glyphosate, you are in essence altering the chemistry of your body. Its completely unnatural and the body doesnt resonate with it. P450 (CYP) is the gene pathway disrupted when the body takes in Glyphosate. P450 creates enzymes that assist with the formation of molecules in cells, as well as breaking them down. CYP enzymes are abundant and have many important functions. They are responsible for detoxifying xenobiotics from the body, things like the various chemicals found in pesticides, drugs and carcinogens. Glyphosate inhibits the CYP enzymes. The CYP pathway is critical for normal, natural functioning of multiple biological systems within our bodies. Because humans thatve been exposed to glyphosate have a drop in amino acid tryptophan levels, they do not have the necessary active signalling of the neurotransmitter serotonin, which is associated with weight gain, depression and Alzheimers disease. (9) 8. Chronically Ill Humans Have Higher Glyphosate Levels Than Healthy Humans A new study out of Germany concludes that Glyphosate residue could reach humans and animals through feed and can be excreted in urine. It outlines how presence of glyphosate in urine and its accumulation in animal tissues is alarming even at low concentrations. (10) 9. Studies Link GMO Animal Feed to Severe Stomach Inflammation and Enlarged Uteri in Pigs A study by scientist Judy Carman, PhD that was recently published in the peer-reviewed journal Organic Systems outlines the effects of a diet mixed with GMO feed for pigs, and how it is a cause for concern when it comes to health. (11) Scientists randomized and fed isowean pigs either a mixed GM soy and GM corn (maize) diet for approximately 23 weeks (nothing out of the ordinary for most pigs in the United States), which is unfortunately the normal lifespan of a commercial pig from weaning to slaughter. Equal numbers of male and female pigs were present in each group. The GM diet was associated with gastric and uterine differences in pigs. GM pigs had uteri that were 25% heavier than non-GM fed pigs. GM-fed pigs had a higher rate of severe stomach inflammation with a rate of 32% compared to 125 of non-GM fed pigs. The study concluded that pigs fed a GMO diet exhibited a heavier uteri and a higher rate of severe stomach inflammation than pigs who werent fed a GMO diet. Because the use of GMO feed for livestock and humans is so widespread, this is definitely another cause for concern when it comes to GMO consumption. Humans have a similar gastrointestinal tract to pigs, and these GM crops are consumed widely by people, especially in the United States. 10. GMO risk assessment is based on very little scientific evidence in the sense that the testing methods recommended are not adequate to ensure safety. (12)(13)(14) Deficiencies have been revealed numerous times with regards to testing GM foods. So, if anybody ever tells you that GMOs are completely safe for consumption, its not true. We just dont know enough about them to make such a definitive statement. A lot of evidence actually points to the contrary. Sources: (1) https://www.uclm.es/Actividades/repositorio/pdf/doc_3721_4666.pdf Arjun Walia writes for Collective Evolution, where this first appeared. All your sources are either about how pesticides are bad for you (no duh) are not peer reviewed sources, and are from blogs on anti GMO websites pushing a narrative, also not citing any peer reviewed papers. and the one that is talks about how DNA in the blood stream is not uncommon and is no cause for worry, regardless of what DNA they are. 