Government Knowledge, GMOs, and the Law

Staff Writer, R. Patrick Chapman

Laws / GMOs 

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The Federal Government's Agency that is supposed to safeguard the food and health of Americans is playing a game of chicken with the Center for Food Safety by not handing over documents in a Freedom of Information Act request:

On August 25th, the Center for Food Safety (CFS) filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) for failure to adequately respond to Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests related to genetically engineered (GE) crops. This marks the fourth time the CFS has sued APHIS to force the release of records.

GMOs are not being regulated, properly tested for health safety for humans or animals. 

Why are corporations allowed to write and enforce their own laws when We the People are in charge not the corporations? 

Source: Activist Post

Beyond The Cutting Edge

Staff Writer: DB Holmes
History / Government
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Beyond The Cutting Edge

From history to secret societies and governments, David Icke explains it all.  He covers symbolism, religions, terrorism, environmentalism, politics, entertainment, education, and how each connects to dumb down and control humanity through a single fascist state.

You do not have to believe everything he says about interdimensional beings and spaces, but everything on Earth he states is real.

Source: Youtube

Dr. William Davis on the Dangers of Wheat

Staff Writer, Nicole Meyer-Greene
Health / Food 
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Dr. William Davis on the Dangers of Wheat 

Part 1 

Part 2

Part 3

Part 4

Part 5

Some of the videos overlap but each one has new and important information to help you decide if eating wheat/gluten is right for you. 

Are you ready to take the gluten-free challenge?

Source: Mars Observers

Leukotoxin Diols from Ground Corncob Bedding Disrupt Estrous Cyclicity in Rats and Stimulate MCF-7 Breast Cancer Cell Proliferation

Staff Writer, J.J. West

GMOs / Scientific Study 
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Leukotoxin Diols from Ground Corncob Bedding Disrupt Estrous Cyclicity in Rats and Stimulate MCF-7 Breast Cancer Cell Proliferation

Previous studies in our laboratory demonstrated that high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) analysis of ground corncob bedding extracts characterized two components (peak I and peak II) that disrupted endocrine function in male and female rats and stimulated breast and prostate cancer cell proliferation in vitro and in vivo. The active substances in peak I were identified as an isomeric mixture of 9,12-oxy-10,13-dihydroxyoctadecanoic acid and 10,13-oxy-9,12-dihydroxyoctadecanoic acid, collectively designated tetrahydrofurandiols (THF-diols). Studies presented here describe the purification and identification of the HPLC peak II component as 9,10-dihydroxy-12-octadecenoic acid (leukotoxin diol; LTX-diol), a well-known leukotoxin. A synthetic mixture of LTX-diol and 12,13-dihydroxy-9-octadecenoic acid (isoleukotoxin diol; i-LTX-diol) isomers was separated by HPLC, and each isomer stimulated (p < 0.001) MCF-7 cell proliferation in an equivalent fashion. The LTX-diol isomers failed to compete for [3H]estradiol binding to the estrogen receptor or nuclear type II sites, even though oral administration of very low doses of these compounds (>> 0.8 mg/kg body weight/day) disrupted estrous cyclicity in female rats. The LTX-diols did not disrupt male sexual behavior, suggesting that sex differences exist in response to these endocrine-disruptive agents.

Source: PubMed Central

A novel endocrine-disrupting agent in corn with mitogenic activity in human breast and prostatic cancer cells

Staff Writer, J.J. West

GMOs / Scientific Study
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 A novel endocrine-disrupting agent in corn with 

mitogenic activity in human breast and prostatic cancer cells

Housing adult rats on ground corncob bedding impedes male and female mating behavior and causes acyclicity in females. The suppressive effects on ovarian cyclicity are mimicked by a mitogenic agent purified from the ground corncob bedding material (corn mitogen; CM), which stimulates the proliferation of estrogen receptor (ER)-positive (MCF-7 cells) and ER-negative (MDA-MD-231 cells) breast cancer cells. Purified CM does not compete for [(3)H]estradiol binding to ER or nuclear type II sites, and its effects on MCF-7 breast cancer cell proliferation are not blocked by the antiestrogen ICI-182,780. These results suggest that the active component is unlikely to be a phytoestrogen, bioflavonoid, mycotoxin, or other known endocrine-disrupting agent that modifies cell growth via ER or type II [(3)H]estradiol binding sites. CM also stimulates the proliferation of PC-3 human prostatic cancer cells in vitro, and the growth rate of PC-3 cell xenografts is accelerated in nude male mice housed on ground corncob as opposed to pure cellulose bedding. Consequently, this endocrine-disrupting agent in ground corncob bedding may influence behavioral and physiologic reproductive response profiles and malignant cell proliferation in experimental animals. Fresh corn (kernels and cob) or corn tortillas also contain CM, indicating that human exposure is likely; consequently, CM and/or related mitogens in corn products may influence human health and development.

To read the full text, visit: PMC1240732.


Source: PubMed Central 

Biological effects of transgenic maize NK603xMON810 fed in long term reproduction studies in mice

Staff Writer, J.J. West

GMOs / Scientific Study
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Biological effects of transgenic maize NK603xMON810 

fed in long term reproduction studies in mice

The aim of the study was to examine effects of the stacked GM crop NK603 x MON810 in different models of long term feeding studies. So far no negative effects of GM corn varieties have been reported in peer-reviewed publications. But the hypothesis, that effects after long term exposure might become evident in multi-generation studies has rarely been investigated. In this study three designs were used, including a multi-generation study (MGS), a reproductive assessment by continuous breeding (RACB) and a life-term feeding study (LTS), all performed with laboratory mice (strain OF1). The test diets differed only as to the inclusion of 33% NK603 x MON810 corn (GM) versus non-GM corn of a near isogenic line (ISO), both grown under identical conditions in Canada. The MGS also included one group with a non GM corn cultivated in Austria (A REF). All corn varieties used in the MGS and LTS were harvested in 2005, the transgenic and isogenic corn for the RACB were harvested in Canada in 2007. No Austrian corn was used in this case. In the MGS microscopic and ultrastructural investigations were performed to detect changes at the organ and cell level. Gene expression patterns were compared by micro array expression profiles of the intestine as feed-animal interface and by real time PCR. The results of the MGS showed no statistically significant differences concerning parental body mass. The number of females without litters decreased with time in the GM and ISO group, especially in the 4th generation. In the group fed with A REF corn fewer females were without litters, and accordingly more pups were weaned. The production parameters average litter size and weight as well as number of weaned pups were in favour of the ISO group. These differences were also seen in the RACB design and were statistically significant in the 3rd and 4th litters. In addition, the inter-individual variability was higher in the GM group as compared to the other groups. The LTS showed no statistically significant differences in the survival of 3 groups of mice fed the different maize varieties. In the MGS the continuative investigations revealed differences between the GM and ISO groups. The comparison of organ weights did not indicate directed dietary effects, except for kidneys. The electron histological investigation of the cell nuclei revealed differences as to fibrillar centres, dense fibrillar components and the pore density in hepatocytes. This could point to an effect of the GM crop on metabolic parameters. Immunohistochemistry revealed no systematic differences in CD3, CD20 positive cells and macrophages in gut tissue. The microarrays showed differences between the feeding groups. When the data of both non-GM feeding groups from MGS were combined and compared to the GM feeding group, the discrimination became more evident. Analyses of metabolic pathways indicated, that the groups differed regarding some important pathways, including interleukin signalling pathway, cholesterol biosynthesis and protein metabolism. Summarizing the findings of this study it can be concluded, that multi-generation studies, especially based on the RACB design are well suited to reveal differences between feeds. The RACB trial showed time related negative reproductive effects of the GM maize under the given experimental conditions. The RACB trial with its specific design with the repeated use of the parental generation is a demanding biological factor for the maternal organism. Compared to the findings in the RACB trials it can be assumed that the physiological stress was considerably lower in the MGS trial. The trial design of using “new” parental generations instead of continuous breeding with the same generation has to be considered as being obviously less demanding. This might have masked the impact of dietary Biological effects of transgenic maize NK603xMON810 fed in long term reproduction studies in mice factors on reproductive performance. However, this part of the experiment is valuable as such because it underlines the need for different experimental designs for the assessment of dietary effects that have an unknown impact on animals. The outcome of this study suggests that future studies on the safety of GM feed and food should include reproduction studies. Physiological and genomic traits and depending on the nature of the genetic modification proteomic and metabolomic methods might be taken into consideration as additional tools to the tests performed in this study.

Source: .Biosicherheit

Addressing the issue of horizontal gene transfer from a diet containing genetically modified components into rat tissues

Staff Writer, J.J. West
GMOs / Scientific Study
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Addressing the issue of horizontal gene transfer from 

a diet containing genetically modified components into rat tissues

Genetically modified (GM) food crops are considered to have the potential of providing food security especially in developing countries. Scientists have raised concern over the hazards associated with the consumption of genetically modified organisms (GMOs). One of these hazards, which have great controversy reports, is the possible horizontal gene transfer from GM-food or feed to human or animal tissues. Many researches were conducted to investigate the presence of some transgenic sequences in animal tissues fed on GM- crops. Many of the inserted genes in the GM-crops are under the control of the promoter of the Cauliflower mosaic virus (CaMVP35S) and produce insecticidal proteins. Health hazards are suggested to accompany the ingestion of this promoter. CaMVP35S can function in a wide range of organisms (plants and animals). It has also been demonstrated that the CaMV-P35S promoter sequence can convert an adjacent tissue- and organ-specific gene promoter into a globally active promoter. The present work was conducted to evaluate the possibility of horizontal gene transfer from a diet containing DNA segments from Cauliflower mosaic virus -35S promoter (CaMVP-35S) to the cells of different organs of rats fed for three months on diets containing genetically modified components. Analysis of the results revealed that: 1) ingested fragments from the CaMV-35S promoter incorporated into blood, liver, and brain tissues of experimental rats, 2) The total mean of transfer of GM target sequences increased significantly by increasing the feeding durations, and 3) The affinity of different transgenic fragments from the ingested GM-diet, to be incorporated into the different tissues of rats varied from one target sequence to the other.

To read the study, click here: Article Number - BE5331948800.

Source: academicJournals

Food Freedom Marches Across the Globe

Staff Writer, DB Holmes
Monsanto / GMO's / Protest
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Yesterday, March 24, 2014, millions of people around the world protested the use of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) in foods. Their main focus was the corporation Monsanto. 

Here is a map of the marches:

For more information about the safety of GMO's, here is a list of resources to start with:

• GMO Myths and Truths - A new updated edition. Scientists speak out to counter industry myths.
• GMO Science - A list of over 1200 studies, surveys, and analyses that suggest adverse impacts of genetically engineered crops, foods and related pesticides.
• No scientific consensus on GMO safety - A statement and signatories from ENSSER.
• State-of-the-Science on the Health Risks of GM Foods (pdf-933kb) - Well-referenced summary of current research.
• Scrambling and Gambling with the Genome - The process of genetic engineering is neither predictable nor reliable. Can you say 'Russian roulette'?.
• Unraveling the DNA Myth - The basic assumptions of genetic engineering are debunked by Dr. Barry Commoner.
• Risks of GM Food - Professor David Schubert of the Salk Institute offers insight and words of caution.
• A Deadly Epidemic and the Attempt to Hide its Link to Genetic Engineering - How this happened and why it didn't make the news.
• The Virus Hazard - Genetically engineering crops using genetic material from viruses has serious implications that are dismissed by industry and regulatory agencies.
• See Scientists Speak and Scientific Studies for more information on the safety of GMOs.

Source: March Against Monsanto, Say No to GMOs 

Vermont Wins Against Monsanto, VA Corruption Killing Vets & NSA Sham Reform

Staff Writer, Nicole Meyer-Greene

News / Government
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Vermont Wins Against Monsanto, VA Corruption Killing Vets & NSA Sham Reform

Abby Martin talks about yet another drone strike in Yemen over the weekend that killed six people, while here in the US a domestic drone nearly collided with a plane in Tallahassee, Florida. Vermont lauded for its passage of a law that will label all GMO foods, despite conglomerates like Monsanto threatening nearly every state to consider such legislation with legal action. RT’s Sam Sacks talks about the USA Freedom Act, a bill that purports to reform the NSA’s bulk metadata collection. The Phoenix Veteran’s Affair system and a scheme by VA officials there to put medical claims on a secret list in order to improve their backlog statistics, which has now led to a congressional investigation. Finally, hip hop artist Brother Ali discusses everything from his trip to Mecca to his controversial lyrics that got him kicked off of a national music tour.

Source: Breaking the Set  

GMOs, Storms, Solar Flaring

Staff Writer, Nathaniel Diaz
Meteorology / Heliosphere
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GMOs, Storms, Solar Flaring

Calm, but moist, air around the world but especially in the convergence zone in the middle of the United States where bad weather could be initiated in the coming days. Solar flaring has made a comeback but only with an M-Flare. 

Today's Featured Links:

Our GMO Article: http://www.suspicious0bserverscollect...
Arkansas Tornado Damage: http://earthobservatory.nasa.gov/IOTD...
Tar Volcanos: https://uk.news.yahoo.com/gulf-mexico...
France Bans GMOs: http://phys.org/news/2014-05-france-d...
Droughtlook: http://droughtmonitor.unl.edu

 Source: Suspicious Observers