Top 10 Genetically Modified Food In the US

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1. Aspartame

Aspartame is an artificial sweetener, which is one of the top 10 genetically modified food in the US. It is synthesized by combining two natural amino acids. Among the two different bacteria species required to produce these acids, one of the bacteria is modified in order to increase the yield. Scientists have expressed concerns that female lab rats fed aspartame had higher rates of leukemia and lymphoma than those in the control group, thus raising concerns that it may not be safe for humans as well.

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