Genetically modified food? When the word "gene" gradually became a buzzword, controversial genetically modified food also came into our lives and was put on the table of ordinary people's homes. In recent years, the debate about whether genetically modified foods will do harm to human health has intensified, which has aroused great public concern all over the world. However, in China, genetically modified foods still seem strange and distant to most people. What is a genetically modified food gene? It is the most basic unit to control biological characters and records the genetic information of biological reproduction. Some or all of the characteristics of an organism can be changed by changing genes. Genetically modified food is to move and change the genes of animals and plants to create food types with new characteristics. For example, using biotechnology to transfer some animals' genes to other species, and by transforming the genetic tissue of organisms, they can have characteristics that they did not have before. These changes can be accomplished according to the goals of human needs. For example, people can use the genes of fresh fish to help ordinary plants such as tomatoes and strawberries resist the cold; By inserting some bacterial genes into corn and soybean plants, they can better resist pests. The food processed and produced by these genetically modified organisms is genetically modified food. Is genetically modified food safe? Genetically modified food comes from the laboratory and is artificially made. Today, with the emphasis on natural, ecological and healthy consumption, genetically modified foods are regarded as "heterogeneous" by many people and have been put into the cold palace. It can be said that the safety of genetically modified food has been questioned by people. Judging from the current situation, some aspects of genetically modified products are still unclear. For example, some questions about food safety. Although more than 200 million people around the world have eaten thousands of genetically modified foods since the first batch of genetically modified tomatoes in the United States went on the market, no food safety incident has been reported for more than five years. There are many imported genetically modified soybeans in China. It is estimated that about half of soybean salad oil contains genetically modified ingredients, which is no problem, but some foreign reports are still worthy of attention. According to British media reports, in the autumn of 1998, a British researcher announced his experimental results on TV programs: feeding mice with genetically modified potatoes led to abnormal growth of organs, weight loss and destruction of immune system. Although this incident was later classified as * * * with six defects in a special review organized by the Royal Society, it still aroused people's doubts about genetically modified food. In fact, according to the internationally accepted biological safety assessment method, according to the harm degree of genetically modified organisms to human beings, animals and plants, micro-ecology and ecological environment, agricultural genetically modified organisms can be divided into four grades: safety grade I (not yet dangerous); Safety level II (low risk); Safety level III (moderate risk); Safety level iv (high risk). In the manufacturing process of genetically modified food, it must go through strict evaluation and audit, and it must be non-dangerous. It can be seen that genetically modified foods have some safety measures. As long as we adhere to the principle of "prevention first", we can completely ensure that genetically modified food is safe. According to another introduction, the appearance of genetically modified food is not much different from that of natural food, but the taste is similar to that of natural food, perhaps better. Some genetically modified foods have added genes to improve protein and vitamin content, and can also supplement the human body with proper nutrition. It can be said that genetically modified food is not terrible, and we have long enjoyed the delicious food cooked by hybrid rice. The key is that the regulatory debate cannot stop. Genetically modified food has been placed in front of consumers, maybe it is on your dining table. In order to adapt to this situation, China's "Measures for the Administration of Labeling of Agricultural Genetically Modified Organisms" has also been implemented. Agricultural genetically modified organisms listed in the first batch of label management in China include soybean seeds, soybeans, soybean powder, soybean oil, soybean meal, corn seeds, corn oil, corn flour, rapeseed, rapeseed oil, rapeseed meal, cottonseed, fresh tomatoes and tomato sauce. According to the regulations, when consumers buy genetically modified food, they can ask the operators about the performance, texture, expiration date and manufacturer of the goods, and the operators are obliged to explain the situation to the consumers. The manufacturer should clearly introduce the basic situation of the product on the sign. Experts remind consumers not to rush to buy genetically modified products that manufacturers are unwilling to label, and ask more questions once they buy them. If consumers "eat" unmarked genetically modified food, they can report it to health, industry and commerce and other functional departments. According to the requirements of the Regulations on the Safety Management of Agricultural Genetically Modified Organisms, the illegally sold products and illegal income can be confiscated and a fine of 654.38+100000 to 50000 yuan can be imposed. Food is the most basic necessity for human survival. For genetically modified foods, consumers should keep their eyes open!