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  1. Mar 2, 2023 · But what's the real difference between GMO and non-GMO foods? And is it really worth worrying about? We dug into the research and interviewed experts to answer everything you want to know about GMO and non-GMO foods.

  2. Sep 20, 2018 · Next time you bite into a slice of watermelon or a cob of corn, consider this: these familiar fruits and veggies didn't always look and taste this way. Genetically modified foods, or GMOs, inspire strong reactions nowadays, but humans have been tweaking the genetics of our favourite produce for millennia.

  3. Jun 21, 2021 · It is possible to use genetic modification (GM) to improve flavour by importing genes from other species, but in much of the world produce created this way is banned. Pairwise. Pairwise is...

  4. Jan 5, 2024 · There are a handful of genetically modified fruits and veggies on the market, including summer squash, papayas, and the aforementioned pineapples and apples. And within the past decade, the...

    • Peach. Then: First domesticated in ancient China, peaches used to be about the size of a cherry, with little flesh and a slightly salty taste. Now: Farmers obviously saw great promise in the peach and had the patience to selectively breed them for thousands of years to get the peach we enjoy today – one that is 64 times larger, 27 percent juicier, and 4 percent sweeter.
    • Carrot. Then: Carrots date back to the 10 century and were found in Persia and Asia Minor. Originally thought to be purple or white with a thin, forked root, over time they became a yellow color.
    • Banana. Then: Bananas originated in Papua New Guinea, possibly as early as 10,000 years ago. Two varieties make up our modern fruit, both of which that had large, hard seeds.
    • Watermelon. Then: Watermelons probably originated in Africa but thrived in the hotter climates of the Middle East and southern Europe after domestication.
  5. Mar 13, 2024 · We explain the difference between organic, non-GMO, and certified naturally grown—and whether they're worth paying a premium for.

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  7. Nov 8, 2022 · Learn about the benefits of choosing non-GMO foods.

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