Food Labels 101 Masterguide

NON GMO PROJECT VERIFIED
THE LABEL:
WHAT IS IT?
NON GMO Project Verified
is a food label found on
processed foods, produce,
meats, cheeses, and eggs.
It is reglated by NON GMO
Project. GMO means genetically
modified organisms
that were altered in a lab.
OUR RATING:
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THE GOOD:
THE BAD:
Products are guaranteed
GMO-free.
Each individual ingredient is
tested for quality assurance.
This label can be confusing
because some foods are only
available non-GMO but may
still be labeled.
Products are tested for GMO
contamination at multiple
points throughout production.
THE WHY:
Creates food system
transparency
SHOULD I BUY?
Relies on lab testing for
verification
Resists corporate
control of seeds
This label guarantees 100% GMO-free products through rigorous testing. Though
many people opt for GMO-free products due to health concerns, science doesn’t
have evidence to support this, and the jury is still out on the environmental impact
of GMOs. This label is critical for consumer transparency and gives producers an
opportunity to highlight use of heirloom or non-proprietary seeds, which is key for
resisting corporate control of genetically modified seed. This is a label you can trust.
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