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2013 by      More from iMichSnyder      Checking For Modified
Foods       1. Genetically modified foods have been linked to
serious health issues.      There are what we think are some
healthy foods that are genetically modified have had their DNA
structure changed, with a goal of improving the organism. This
might make it more resistant to herbicides, so that it can grow
while weeds around it are treated.       2. Genetically modified
soy and corn are probably in many of the foods you buy.
About 90 percent of the country's soy and corn crops are
genetically modified. Since almost all processed foods contain
their derivatives—and corn, the nation's largest crop, is a
staple for animal feed—chances are high that you are eating
genetically modified foods. How can you tell? For now, there are
no labels required as there are in countries like Britain. Look
for ingredients like maltodextr