Many people today are often amazed by the amount of nutritional and health information needed by humans. The constant stream of genetic modifications to food can be confusing. Genetically modified (GM) foods are plants and animals whose genetic makeup has been artificially modified by scientists to make them grow faster, taste better, last longer and provide more nutrients. Scientists accomplish these alternations by transferring genes from one organism to another to change the condition or character of the recipient organism. This process is known as biotechnology or genetic engineering (GE) and has revolutionized the way agriculture is practiced in many parts of the world. Researchers are now able to use GMO technology to create “better” versions of milk, tomatoes, corn, soybeans and other food products consumed by humans for centuries. Proponents of genetically modified (GM) foods argue that they have many benefits. They claim that GM seeds provide economic relief to farmers through increased yields and reduced pest expenses. Supporters also argue that the technology has important benefits for consumers, including lower food costs, more nutritious foods and reduced exposure to disease. GM technology could improve the health of hundreds of millions of people around the world. They point out that scientists have already produced genetically modified rice, wheat, fruit and other foods that are more nutritious to eat than traditionally grown food. GMO expert Peter Pringle notes that researchers have even developed a genetically modified soy that increases omega-3 acids in the blood. It is found naturally in salmon, trout and fresh tuna. These fatty acids are known to protect even… middle of the paper… fertilizers, herbicides and insecticides, nearby rivers and lakes are less likely to be contaminated by these chemicals. Reduced use of agricultural chemicals also means reduced levels of pesticide residues on nearby plants and trees that wild creatures rely on for their survival. China invented a genetically modified version of cotton that gave off a natural insecticide in which pesticide use on the nation's cotton crop decreased by 80%. Genetically modified food is here to stay. Given this reality, the best approach may be to ensure that this remarkable technology is used safely and sensibly for years to come. Like any tool, genetically modified foods can be manipulated by a variety of social, economic, and political forces to generate positive or negative outcomes. The question is not whether we should use it, but how we should use it and for what responsible purpose.