Question from Mary
Exciting news! California has a promising ballot initiative in the works to label GMO foods. From now until April 22, readers living in California can sign a petition to get labeling of genetically engineered foods on the November ballot.
Studies show that GMO foods can cause significant health problems, and at the very least, people with allergies to them need to avoid them. People have the right to know what is in their food. Organic food is not allowed to contain GMO ingredients , but did you know that food labeled “Natural” is?
Over 40 other countries require GMO’s to be labeled. Once the state of California mandates labeling, other states are expected to follow suit.
For further information and to find a place to sign in your area, see www.labelgmos.org. Readers living outside California can help by contacting their friends and relatives in California and encouraging them to sign the petition.
