[Genetically modified foods. Advantages and human health risks]

Rev Med Chir Soc Med Nat Iasi. 2004 Oct-Dec;108(4):838-42.
[Article in Romanian]

Abstract

One of the most important issue with which the mankind is confronting now is related to the quantitatively as well as qualitatively assurance of the food supply necessary for human species existence. In this context, by means of genetic engineering, modified genetic organisms were obtained. In the first stage, plant crops with high productivity and resistant against diseases and pests were obtained. After that, food products having modified organoleptic properties and high nutrition values were produced. The main problem concerning the long-term consumption of these products is their toxicity, which until now was not confirmed or denied. For this reason, tests are necessary to be made in order to stipulate and prevent these effects.

Publication types

  • English Abstract
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Consumer Product Safety*
  • Food, Genetically Modified*
  • Gene Transfer Techniques / adverse effects
  • Genetic Engineering
  • Humans
  • Quality of Life