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Are Biotech Foods Safe to Eat?

Labeling: The Right to Know or Not? continued...

One reason food companies may shy away from labeling genetically modified food is the possibility of consumer rejection. Public opposition has had some effect, as seen in Europe, where the EU has banned genetically modified foods despite the U.S.' wishes. American companies have vowed not to sell products made with genetically modified ingredients there, yet some of the same companies continue to sell them in the U.S., Archer says.

But there are some U.S. companies making the switch.

"There are quite a few companies out there that have made this transition. Frito-Lay, for example, is sourcing non-GM ingredients, Gerber baby food is also sourcing non-GM ingredients, [and] there are many others that are listed on our web site," Archer says.

In the end, the way to effect change, regardless of what side you take, is to take action, Wittenberg says. "I think it's the power of the dollar. Businesses watch to see what consumers are buying, and that's what they want to get into. That's the old entrepreneurial spirit."