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222. What is Gene-Edited Food? And Should We Be Eating It? (English Vocabulary Lesson)

Thinking in English

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The Pros and Cons of Eating Gene-Edited Food

Gene-edited crops could reduce food waste by increasing the shelf life of foods and reducing spoilage. Proponents argue gene editing can be used to create crops that are more resilient to disease, pests and environmental stress. Opponents have raised concerns about potential unintended consequences such as unexpected changes to an organism's DNA or transfer of edited genes to other species. It is important to carefully evaluate the risks and benefits before widespread adoption.

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