The first genetically modified (GM) sugar beet crops were harvested in the fall of 2008. These were Monsanto’s Roundup Ready sugar beets. Another milestone for Frankenfood! The Center for Food Safety stated the U.S. EPA increased allowable levels of herbicide residue on GM sugar beets “at the request of Monsanto”. The allowable levels of glyphosate residue on sugar beet roots has increased by 5,000 percent. Thanks to the EPA,  American consumers can have more pesticides in their sugar as well as more “super weeds”. Another negative impact on our health and environment – why do we let this crap happen?

A Non-Genetically Modified (GM) Beet Sugar Registry has been set up by food safety, environmental and corporate watchdog organizations. Over 70 companies have vowed not to use or sell genetically modified beet sugar. A list of companies that have signed the registry can been seen here.  Do as those companies did – just say no to GM foods – choose to be a responsible consumer.

To learn more about GM foods click here.  Seeds of Deception states “vast majority of processed foods contain derivatives from the four major GM crops: soy, corn, cottonseed and canola. See GM Foods at a Glance.

Now is the time to take action! “Don’t let them mess with sugar! Take the time today to send a message to some or all of the 63 major U.S. food, beverage, restaurant and candy companies that can use their market power to speak out and stop the planting of genetically modified sugar beets. “  Click Here  and read the message;  pick who gets your message; and then fill in the form and send message. Real quick and simple to do.

To Your Health!

Sources: http://www.foodnavigator-usa.com/Financial-Industry/Food-companies-pledge-to-avoid-GM-beet-sugar;  http://www.naturalnews.com/024417.html; http://www.responsibletechnology.org/GMFree/Home/index.cfm