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Scientists reopen debate over GM food
From The Sunday TimesJuly 6, 2008
Scientists reopen debate over GM food
Jonathan Leake, Science Editor
Scientists have genetically engineered fruit and vegetables capable of providing most of a day’s nutrients in a single meal.
Heading towards the market are potatoes with 33% more protein content, modified tomatoes that could be capable of protecting against cancer and peanuts without the chemicals that cause deadly nut allergies.
Cassava has been packed with new genes that help the plant accumulate extra iron and zinc from the soil, and synthesise vitamins E and A.
Such foods, the first genetic modifications offering nutritional benefits to consumers, would be in marked contrast to the GM crops marketed to date. These were simply designed to boost the profits made by farmers and seed firms by raising yields or cutting costs.
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