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Guest: Jeffery Smith
Jeffrey Smith is one of the foremost experts on the health and environmental risks of genetically modified organisms, commonly known as GMO crops and foods, and is a leading watch-dog over corporate agricultural industry’s manipulation of GMO genetic science and public opinion. He is currently the founding director for the Institute for Responsible Technology, a research and corporate watch organization devoted to informing the public about the truth of GMO foods and technology. Jeffrey is also the director for the Campaign for Healthier Eating in America. His organizations have recently launched an online shopping guide for non-GMO foods and products: www.nongmoshoppingguide.com
Two of his books -- “Seeds of Deception” and “Genetic Roulette” -- have become international best-sellers for critiquing GMO science and the industry. The latter book, documents the scientific research supporting sixty-five health risks associated with genetically modified foods, and it has been presented to policy makers in over 20 nations.