Mike Adams, the Health Ranger
See article keywords and concepts |  Shop for non-gmo foods. Buy organic, and look for non-gmo labels on the foods you purchase. If you're not sure what's genetically modified and what isn't, rest assured that most of the brand-name products made by the largest food corporations contain one or more genetically modified ingredients. The most common are corn and soybeans. So buy food and food products from small, local companies or "natural" food manufacturers. Visit your local food coop. Eat local!
3. Support legislative efforts to require the labeling of genetically modified food ingredients. |
Jeffrey M. Smith
See book keywords and concepts |  This is most reasonably done using the proper non-gmo parental fines as controls."161
Bardocz and Pusztai
"The only relevant scientific comparison is with the isogenic parent line!"162
Processing samples can rig the results
William Freese Regarding StarLink: "Even the data that Aventis did submit are seriously flawed. For example, buried deep in its 170-page study on Cry9C protein levels in food products, one discovers a serious breach of standard operating procedure in the processing of Star-Link corn that was made into dry-milled corn products that were tested for their Cry9C content. |
Mike Adams, the Health Ranger
See article keywords and concepts | | Buy organic, and look for non-gmo labels on the foods you purchase. If you're not sure what's genetically modified and what isn't, rest assured that most of the brand-name products made by the largest food corporations contain one or more genetically modified ingredients. The most common are corn and soybeans. So buy food and food products from small, local companies or "natural" food manufacturers. Visit your local food coop. Eat local!
3. Support legislative efforts to require the labeling of genetically modified food ingredients. |
Jeffrey M. Smith
See book keywords and concepts | | FSANZ had requested Monsanto to justify why it did not use a non-gmo parental variety as a control in its compositional analyses. According to INBI, "We could find no explanation of the applicant's response to FSANZ. We can only assume that the authority has chosen to exercise a standard that is lower than it could under [the Codex Alimentarius Commission]."150
It is a standard that the regulators may have gotten used to, as this critique by the Public Health Association of Australia on Monsanto's Roundup Ready corn demonstrates. |
Mike Adams, the Health Ranger
See article keywords and concepts |  Jump directly to: just the facts | beyond the label | resources | bottom line
What you need to know - Just the facts
LivingFuel Rx Super Greens is a superfood powder based on non-gmo brown rice and yellow pea protein, with numerous superfoods, phytonutrients and other nutritional elements.
It's sweetened with a combination of xylitol, mannitol, FOS (fructooligosaccharides) and stevia. (They are all natural sweeteners.)
The taste is relatively mild, with a detectable "green" flavor, but not nearly as strong as barley grass or wheat grass. |
Jeffrey M. Smith
See book keywords and concepts | | Avoiding "at-risk" ingredients
If a product is not identified as non-gmo using the criteria above, you may wish to avoid all ingredients derived from the GM crops used in your nation.The following list identifies those grown and consumed in the United States. Not all of these are available around the world.
List of GM crops
Currently commercialized GM crops in the US
(Number in parentheses represents the estimated percent that is genetically modified. | | A uniform definition for declaring a product "non-GMO" has already been established through an industry-wide collaboration, and now manufacturers will receive assistance in achieving it. After they have had a chance to make the transition, the institute will encourage thousands of health food stores to put labels on the shelves next to any remaining hold-out brands that still "may contain GMOs."
The Pew survey reported that 29% of Americans are already strongly opposed to GM foods and believe they are unsafe.18 That represents about 87 million people. |
Mark Schapiro
See book keywords and concepts |  GMOs, indicating its preference for a German aid program that encourages non-gmo cultivation. Many of those who were once avid consumers of American food exports do not want what American farmers are producing.
The Blowback
The effect of this rejection has been disastrous in American farm country. The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Economic Research Service reports that in 1996, prior to the widespread introduction of GMOs, the United States exported 3.15 million metric tons of corn to the then-fifteen member states of the European Union. | | The French province of Brittany, for example, has an ongoing import agreement with the Brazilian state of Manas Gerais to supply GMO-free corn and soybeans, a deal that was specifically driven by the province's desire for non-gmo grain.17 Fifteen years ago that deal for corn and soybeans could very well have been struck with the state of Iowa or any other corn-producing American state, which long was a major supplier of grains to Europe. |
Brenda Watson and Leonard Smith
See book keywords and concepts |  Soy imparts excellent health benefits due to their isoflavones, which is why you should consider consuming non-gmo, cultured forms of soy (i.e., miso, tempeh, and natto) in moderation. Isoflavones are weak phytoestrogens that have the ability to bind to estrogen receptors and reduce total cholesterol—lowing LDL and possibly increasing HDL (the good cholesterol that helps keep LDL in check). Isoflavones may also help maintain bone mass, reduce hot flashes in postmenopausal women, and lower the risk of cardiovascular disease.
Drink Clean
Avoid or limit coffee and tea. |
Gary Null and Amy McDonald
See book keywords and concepts |  Humans are intrinsically healthy and tend to remain so if they are given nutritious, non-gmo foods, fresh air, and clean water. We have been blessed with God-given protective barriers against infectious diseases, including our skin and immune system. |
Jeffrey M. Smith
See book keywords and concepts | | Compositional changes are obscured by pooling crop data from varied growing conditions or making comparisons with plants of diverse genetics
In order to properly identify the compositional differences that come about due to gene insertion and not from random genetic variation and environmental conditions, according to the Organization of Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD), "Measurement data from the new variety should ideally be compared to those obtained from the near isogenic [parent line or nearly genetically identical] non-gmo line grown under identical conditions. | | GMO). We do not encourage anyone to conduct dangerous experiments by exposing themselves to allergens. Rather, if an individual happens to notice such a pattern of reaction, please contact us at submit@GeneticRoulette.com. If we see any pattern in these cases studies, we will present the evidence to health authorities and researchers and will push for a full investigation.
Identifying trends
If health practitioners or population health monitors notice increases in any symptom, disease or illness after the introduction of GM ingredients, please also contact us. |
by Michael Murray, N.D. and Joseph Pizzorno, N.D.
See book keywords and concepts | | The bottom line for a health-promoting diet is to reduce the intake of these potentially harmful substances, foods laden with empty calories, additives, and artificial sweeteners, and replace them with natural foods, preferably organically grown and non-gmo. As for our water supply, its safety is also being scrutinized, for good reason. Check your water supply to make sure it is safe. If it isn't, invest in a home water purification unit that will remove the impurities.
Food Components
Protein
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The word "protein" is derived from the Greek proteios, or "primary. |
Mike Adams
See book keywords and concepts |  The only soy products I recommend are fermented, non-gmo soy.
If you combine this with a low-glycemic diet, hypoglycemia will almost always disappear within a matter of a few weeks. Physical exercise also greatly helps hypoglycemia, as do substances that slow the digestion of carbohydrates. That includes eating chia seeds, or even taking some vinegar before each meal. Vinegar works in a near-magical way to flatten blood sugar curves. I recommend taking black vinegar supplements. You can find them from Swanson Vitamins— they have one called the Kyoto Brand black vinegar supplement. |
KC Craichy
See book keywords and concepts |  MINIMIZE UNFERMENTED SOY PRODUCTS
Soy is not healthy for most people because of its anti-nutritional properties (unless it is non-gmo and fermented soy, such as soy sauce, miso, or tempeh); 98 percent of the soy crop worldwide is genetically modified, which has been shown to have negative health consequences.40
AVOID ALL JUNK FOOD,41 FRENCH FRIES,42 FRIED FOODS,43 PIZZA,44 AND MARGARINE45
Following the Four Corners guidelines can have a profound impact on your health, life, and performance. | | The Truth: limited amounts of organically grown non-gmo soy are not likely to hurt you. Fermented soy products, such as miso, tempeh, natto, shoyu, and tamari, can be good for you in the context of a varied diet. But unfermented soy as a dietary staple can cause health issues, and many of the highly processed soy foods we eat today are neither natural nor healthy. In fact, they can be downright harmful. Do not feed soy to infants and children.
Myth #3—Milk Does the Body Good. |
Elson M. Haas, M.D.
See book keywords and concepts |  Protein Powders
The protein in these powders is often from soybeans, which means you should look for organic soy protein powder or if that is not available then look for non-gmo on the label. non-gmo (Genetically Modified Organism) indicates that the product is not genetically engineered. If you tolerate dairy, whey powders are popular and widely available. Rice protein is also available and hemp seed protein has just hit the stores.
Psyllium Seed
Psyllium seeds are rich sources of soluble fiber called mucilage. |
David Wolfe
See book keywords and concepts |  Organic, non-gmo papaya is a great addition to this drink. Another great additive is fresh noni. To add noni, wait until the fruits are soft and have a strong odor. Blend the whole fruit including seeds with a little water until you are left with a liquid mush. Strain this mush. Add the remaining liquid to the aloe, orange juice and papaya drink above. Noni is rich in monoatomic elements and activates dormant superpowers.
Athlete
2 cucumbers 5 ribs of celery
10 kale leaves
1 lemon
Juice. I recommend this drink to all athletes. Alkalinity, juvenile water, sodium and calcium... |
Kelly Harford, M.C., C.N.C.
See book keywords and concepts |  In terms of environmental concerns, genetically engineered organisms cross-pollinate with other non-gmo crops and the subsequent
Hormone disrupters, like silent saboteurs, have invaded the highly sensitive endocrine systems of our children.
Whether from chemical exposure in the environment or from the hormone-laden meats and dairy products, or chemically laced personal care and household products, exposure to dangerous chemicals has now reached the highest level of exposure in the entire history of human civilization.
Is there any wonder why precocious puberty is a worldwide epidemic. | | To avoid contributing to the unscrupulous endeavors of the biotech industry, and keep your family and the environment safe, once again, consume foods that are certified organic and clearly state that they use non-gmo ingredients. For the most up-to-date information on the biotech and organic foods industries, visit: www.OrganicConsumers.com. I also highly recommend The Future of Food, a fabulous documentary on this topic available at: www.TheFutureOfFood.com. |
Jeffrey M. Smith
See book keywords and concepts |  Others maintain a non-gmo household but are more flexible when eating out. Some choose to avoid certain types of GM foods and are less vigilant about others. Most people find it easier to make a change when their friends or family do so at the same time. Whatever you choose, the best time to start is now. Having just read everything up to this point, your motivation to start the process is probably at its peak. Unless you translate that into action now, the inspiration may diminish over time.
With that pep talk, let's look at what's involved. |
John Robbins
See book keywords and concepts |  The only soy products you can be sure are free from genetically modified substances are those made from organic soybeans, or ones that specifically say "GMO-free," or "Non-GMO."
• Corn: Corn accounts for the second largest transgenic acreage. Watch out for corn flour, corn starch, corn oil, corn sweeteners (including corn syrup, or high-fructose corn syrup). Many processed food products are made with corn ingredients. As with soy, only if such foods say "Organic," or "GMO-free," or "Non-GMO" can you be sure they do not contain genetically engineered ingredients. |
Jeffrey M. Smith
See book keywords and concepts | | There are even notes you can give to waiters or waitresses to help them accommodate your desire for non-gmo food.
Of all the local strategies, inspiring schools to make a change may be the most powerful. Schools throughout the UK and parts of Europe banned GM food years ago. In the 1990s, many Parent and Teacher Associations (PTAs) rallied against rbGH and more than a hundred U.S. school districts banned milk from rbGH-treated cows. Wisconsin dairy farmer John Kinsman describes the method he used to inspire several schools. "I simply talked to parents of small children. | | Therefore, unless the oil specifically says "Non-GMO" or "Organic," it is probably genetically modified.
Non-GM substitute oils include olive, sunflower, safflower, butter (see dairy below), almond, and just about any other oil available.
Canola Oil and Mutagenesis
Canola oil has an interesting history. It was derived from rapeseed, which is normally toxic. Scientists changed the rapeseed through mutagenesis. This is done by subjecting the plant to radiation in order to promote mutations of the DNA. | | For example, the State Department's Melinda Kimble, while negotiating GMO trade policy, said, "I want to make very clear that it is the position of the United States government that we do not believe there is a difference between GMO commodities and non-gmo commodities."16 Likewise, a March 2003 statement by Speaker of the House Hastert declared, "There is general consensus among the scientific community that genetically modified food is no different from conventional food."17
When the FDA documents eventually became public, Maryanski defended the agency's policy. | | According to the non-gmo Source, "Such ingredients are used to improve the color, flavor, texture, and aroma of foods and to preserve, stabilize, and add nutrients to processed foods. The number of minor ingredients that may be derived from GM sources, such as corn or soy, or produced using GMOs is vast."11
Among vitamins, vitamin C (ascorbic acid) is often made from corn, vitamin E is usually made from soy. Vitamins A, B2, B6, and B12 may be derived from GMOs as well. |
Elson M. Haas, M.D.
See book keywords and concepts | | Non-GMO (Genetically Modified Organism) indicates that the product is not genetically engineered. If you tolerate dairy, whey powders are popular and widely available. Rice protein is also available and hemp seed protein has just hit the stores.
Psyllium Seed
Psyllium seeds are rich sources of soluble fiber called mucilage. The mucilage in psyllium seed aids in colon health and it prevents constipation and binds cholesterol and toxins in the intestine. When added to water, psyllium seed powder can swell to ten times its original size. | | Rice protein is a good choice, with other options being soy (organic and non-gmo whenever possible), or even whey (milk extract) powder, which tends to be better tolerated than milk. Nut butters can also be added to smoothies to increase the protein content. Then add more fruits and raw or steamed vegetables into your meal plan. Over several days of the Smoothie Cleanse, you can begin adding whole grains, beans, fish, some nuts and seeds, and healthy oils back into your diet. | | Look for "No BGH," "Non-GMO" (Genetically Modified Organism), or "Organic" on milk, cheese, sour cream, yogurt, kefir, and butter. Reason: Many of the most toxic chemicals are stored in the fats of the animals, and since most dairy products have fats, these chemicals pass to us too easily. The cleaner the better is helpful in this area.
Eggs—Look for "free-range" chicken eggs, which indicates the hens were able to run around in fresh air. Also "organic eggs" means the hens were fed only organic feed. |
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