Genetically Modified Foods vs. Sustainability [Kindle Edition]

Pandora Poikilos (Author), Bruno McGrath (Author)

Book Description

"We can't solve problems by using the same kind of thinking we used when we created them." - Albert Einstein

This ebook points out the surrounding issues of genetically modified fruit and vegetables that consumers are unaware of. While several parties defend the use of technology to create food, it appears that little is being done to increase awareness about this matter to the end consumer.

It also points out alternative food sustainability options such as organic farming and land management. This ebook will indicate that although some parties agree that genetically modified food items are cost effective and considered safe, its long-term results have not been adequately researched and the use of pesticides on these items are far higher than for other types farming or food products.

Editorial Reviews

About the Author

Bruno McGrath graduated from the University of West London and has been a professional chef for more than ten years. He is well-known for his diversified palate and food philosophy which is focused on ensuring sustainable living while enjoying well-balanced meals.

Product Details

• File Size: 173 KB
• Print Length: 36 pages
• Page Numbers Source ISBN: 1484956478
• Simultaneous Device Usage: Unlimited
• Sold by: Amazon Digital Services, Inc.
• Language: English
• ASIN: B0086IM0OC
• Text-to-Speech: Enabled
• X-Ray: Enabled
• Lending: Enabled
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,482 Free in Kindle Store (See Top 100 Free in Kindle Store)
  • #1 in Kindle Store > Kindle eBooks > Nonfiction > Science > Environment > Conservation

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

8 of 9 people found the following review helpful

3.0 out of 5 stars Decent December 27, 2012

By Joel Dickson

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This reads like a college essay from an undergraduate student NOT like it's coming from an expert.. because it's not. When I finished the book I saw it was written by a chef.

There weren't really any studies referenced or talked about in detail about genetically modified foods. I am getting my Dr. In chiropractic and I was looking forward to mention studies to support conclusions based on genetically modified foods.

This book though was really easy to read and I enjoyed the pace at which the author wrote. I learned a new term called permafrost, which basically means living in a sustainable way. I got this for free on Amazon, it was worth a few dollars more, but $5 would be too much.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful

3.0 out of 5 stars Interesting information April 4, 2013

By Phillipa Farewell

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The biggest reason I love reading is to learn new things. The biggest thing I learned from this book was that Monsanto created Agent Orange, which is reason enough not to buy from them! I wish that the author spent a little more time discussing genetically modified food and alternatives. It would also be better if there was a little more flow and order to the book instead of jumping from one topic of sustainable living to another. I would have also liked it to be longer! This is such a big topic to discuss there is plenty to share and learn :-) All in all the book does get you to think about how multifaceted sustainable living is and the end when people are expressing their opinions was a nice touch. It was an interesting free book.

4 of 5 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars An informative read into the world of genetically modified foods. June 19, 2012

By C. Henning

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This is a condense book that introduces the reader into the interesting world of genetically modified foods. It brings up some very important points on health issues, and raises up the question that just because genetically modified foods have proven safe for the short time they've been mass produced, it is yet still unknown what long term effects they might have.

"Genetically Modified Foods Vs. Sustainability" gives us a broad perspective in an easy to read and follow manner. I learned quite a bit about the different viewpoints, and understood the main key points of this field - all without having to spend hours upon hours with books that go too heavy into history and the science of this topic.

I think this book can benefit many that yet do not quite understand the subject at hand, yet they do not want to spend too much time on the subject. Get informed on what is going on with current farms and decide for yourself.

8 of 11 people found the following review helpful

1.0 out of 5 stars College paper? July 24, 2012

By Abh46

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Appears to be a college paper concerning sustainability of food sources on the planet in view of increasing population. The paper seemed to meander around the subject. Needed to be better focused. Very little about genetically modified foods other than main objection is lack of long term testing. The argument appears to be that since this (genetically modified) is not the way food has always been grown, it must be unhealthy or least it has not be proven to be healthy over the long term.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Very informative May 10, 2013

By Angela Murray

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I gained alot of information while reading this book. I now feel like I can make the educated decision to avoid purchasing and consuming genetically modified foods.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful

3.0 out of 5 stars Good information April 27, 2013

By Janice Swager

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Not sure I understand the chapter about birth control in the middle of the book. It felt like it was off topic.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Genetically modified foods April 2, 2013

By IrishMist

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This does give an outline of many of the valid complaints that have been made regarding the lack of long-term testing programmes and thus the safety of this engineered product.
It reports several cases that highlight the dangers and resulting illnesses in people. I was disgusted to read that the culpability is so little recognised publicly and also how little heed was given to the continued production.
Panic measures are often resorted to before emergencies occur and without proper thought as to the range of measures that could be used. This book does neatly itemize the extreme consequences of this behaviour.
There are many useful references to those wishing to delve further into this subject. I can simply recommend any range of organic gardening books and a look at one or two geographical differences in order to ensure viability.
I did take one star for the statement on bio-diversity. It is not a recent phenomena. For centuries now different times of farming methods have been employed from the commercial to the home gardeners. There has been strip farming and crop rotation, many cottage gardens have always mixed the vegetables and flowers as the seasons allow and had a more than adequate produce. It seems to me that the soil is the key also, and sometimes, for instance, are a good natural resource for any grower.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Sustainable Reading March 28, 2013

By David

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Having been an organic gardener of mostly heirloom varieties, on a home scale for about 10 years, and someone that recently adopted a vegetarian lifestyle, this held my interest. It's a short read, and well worth the small amount of time it takes to finish it. Probably will keep it on my Kindle, rather than delete it, in case my wife wants to read it.

More About the Author

International best-selling author, Pandora Poikilos has been writing for more than 10 years for various media which include newspapers, radio, television and various websites.

Diagnosed in 2003 with a rare neurological disorder, Benign Intracrannial Hypertension, she has since undergone brain surgery to have a VP Shunt fitted in her brain. Her debut novel - Excuse Me, My Brains Have Stepped Out was written when recovering from this surgery.

She is also the founder of Orangeberry Book Tours, a marketing and public relations site for authors which reaches out to readers of all genres. A social media enthusiast who is passionate about blogging and finding her way around the virtual world, she wills away time in the real world by reading, writing and people watching.