One Saturday morning on Long Island, New York, parents gathered to discuss the latest topic, genetically modified foods (GMOs). Among the parents were a mother of three named Sarah and a father of two named Ted. Sarah dismissed the idea of ​​her children consuming genetically modified fruits, vegetables and grains by calling them "Frankenfood." As the discussion continued, Ted shared his concurring views on genetically modified foods. He was indifferent to not knowing what genetically modified products he was buying and feeding his children. These conflicting views attribute to the fact that their children are among the first generation of genetically modified children and that genetically modified foods were introduced into the United States food industry (Hillstrom). While the controversy continues, more and more studies have been conducted on genetically modified foods since the beginning demonstrating the effects of these products. Genetically modified foods have negative or harmful effects on humans and animals and threaten the environment and farms. When genetically modified products are consumed, humans and animals are at risk of suffering from numerous health problems. In addition to concerns about the welfare of people and animals, the environment and farms are significantly influenced by genetically modified foods. TRANSITION Although people have their opinions about genetically modified foods, the general population is uneducated and may not even know about genetically modified foods. Genetic engineering (GE) is part of the field of biotechnology which is the science of genetic technologies such as manipulation, engineering and modification (Henningfield). Genetic engineers inject genes from a variety of sources, including bacteria, viruses, animals or humans, into the DNA of a crop or animal. The organisms created are known as geneticl...... middle of paper ......this Center. Internet. October 27, 2013. Henningfield, Diane. Genetically modified foods. Farmington Hills: Greenhaven Press, 2009. Print. Hillstrom, Kevin. Genetically modified foods. Farmington Hills: Lucent Books, 2012. Print. Sharratt, Lucy. “Genetically modified foods: past, present and future? » Alive: Canadian Magazine on Natural Health and Wellness 34.2 (2011): 91-95. AltHealthWatch. Internet. October 27, 2013. Smith, Jeffrey. Seeds of deception. Fairfield: Yes! Books, 2003. Print., Melissa Diane. “GMO reality check”. Better Nutrition 74.8 (2012): 36-39. AltHealthWatch. Internet. October 28, 2013. Whitman, Deborah B. “Genetically Modified Foods: Harmful or Helpful? » Cambridge Scientific Abstracts – Genetically Modified Foods – Current Topics Series (2000). Internet. October 29, 2013 Young, Allison. “GMOs: friends or enemies? » Natural Health 42.4 (2012): 46-50. AltHealthWatch. Internet. October 25. 2013.