Tag Archives: corn
So with all the constant talk about health problems in the U.S. – obesity, diabetes, high blood pressure, etc. – we probably all think that the government works hard, if not to actually do something about it in the form … Continue reading
Here at Food Facts, we’re always discussing the effect of ingredients on our health and well being. We’ve always believed that the ingredient list is key to many, many issues … including weight gain. While calories are important, we don’t … Continue reading
According to the USDA 2010 crop production summary corn for grain production is estimated at 12.4 billion bushels.1 With so many bushels of corn sold, you’d wonder what all the corn is being used for? As it turns out, corn … Continue reading
Brought to you by Foodfacts.com: Widely grown corn plants that Monsanto Co. genetically modified to thwart a voracious bug are falling prey to that very pest in a few Iowa fields, the first time a major Midwest scourge has developed … Continue reading
Foodfacts.com recently came across the following article regarding a breed of corn seen that will decrease cross-pollination time from 9 to 5 years. This will allow easier and more abundant production of genetically modified crops if the trial is successful. … Continue reading
Most “foodies” and concerned Foodfacts.com followers are familiar with the underlying fear of genetic modification (GM) in the worldwide food supply. Why does this subject frighten most? We barely know the effects that this type of engineering may have on … Continue reading
Foodfacts.com recently came across this tragic and devastating news story involving two young teenage girls, also employees of Monsanto, that were fatally electrocuted while detasseling GM corn fields. WHITESIDE COUNTY, Ill.— Two detasselers are confirmed dead and eight more injured … Continue reading
Foodfacts.com urges readers to look into recent news and research concerning crops derived from genetically modified seeds. A major player in the agribusiness game, Monsanto, recently experienced a slap in the face when Hungary banned ALL GM seeds in their … Continue reading
One of the major concerns we hear each day at Foodfacts.com is the issue pertaining to GMO foods. Therefore, we work hard to find the latest information and research regarding various genetically modified foods. Here is a recent article found … Continue reading
Foodfacts.com realizes that more and more children are now suffering from food allergies. Nearly 6 million U.S. children or about one in 12 kids are allergic to at least one food, with peanuts, milk and shellfish topping the list of … Continue reading