With the use of an outrageous cartoon, Wilson shows scientists using high technology machines to make vegetables immune to be eaten by insects. ... The rats developed stomach lesions causing them to die two weeks later: since this test the FlavrSavr tomato has been terminated. ... If we unknowingly consume genetically modified foods then our bodies are already immune to its chemicals. ...

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Generally, the modified tomatoes last up to one and half months compared to regular red tomatoes which last for only three weeks (Akpan). ... For example, "lacking of Vitamin A can cause blindness and, because it dampens immune system function, leaves children more vulnerable to becoming severely ill from infections (Norton)" In order to eliminate dietary micronutrient deficiencies caused by lacking of vitamin A, scientists have genetically modified the golden rice to contain significantly higher amounts of vitamin A. ...

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