GMOs Are Bad for You (And You Deserve to Know What You're Eating)

Plus an Incredible Pro Tip from the Hot Pants Farming Club!

Ah, GMOs. Genetically Modified Organisms. Just saying it makes you feel like you’ve been transported to a hellish dystopian dimension, doesn't it? While you might not be competing for your district in a Hunger Games —esque scenario, or running from mutated bluejays acting as spies, the reality of GMOs is no less concerning.

I’ve written about GMOs and other troubling “advances” like Apeel on several occasions, but most people I run into in my everyday life don’t seem alarmed at all. Of course most of those people don’t read my work, nor will they.

I feel compelled to write about the GMO dangers once again, even though I’m weary with the aftermath of Hurricane Beryl and sleeping in a sticky humid oppressive heat before the heroic linemen restored our power.

Some Hurricane Beryl photos — almost all of our crops and growing beds were destroyed. The first is a pic of my beautiful herb garden completely collapsed. The second is more destruction. Oh, and our entire fenceline is down. Finally, the little watermelon that could — a little light shining its face in the destruction.

The Mysterious Case of the Frankenfood

Let's start with the basics for anyone who happens across this and needs some facts. GMOs are foods that have had their DNA altered in a lab. Yes, folks, we're talking about food designed in a way that would make any doctor evil character proud. While the idea of a genetically modified tomato might sound like something out of a futuristic cookbook, the truth is far less appetizing.

Studies have linked GMOs to a host of health problems, from allergies to gastrointestinal issues. Some research even suggests potential links to cancer. It's like inviting a mad scientist — or a billionaire megalomaniac with the initials BG — into your kitchen and letting him play with your food. Not exactly what most people mean by the phrase “exciting culinary adventure.”

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The Environmental Irony

But wait, there's more! GMOs aren't just bad for you—they're bad for the environment, too. The irony here is almost too rich. Almost. These crops are often engineered to withstand heavy doses of herbicides. You know, those chemicals that are supposed to kill weeds but somehow end up in our water supply and on our dinner plates. It's like trying to clean your house by setting it on fire. Sure, the dust is gone, but now you have a whole new set of problems.

And while I’m sure there are some GMO enthusiasts who are ignorant to the environmental carnage caused by the processes used to produce GMOs, most of them just don’t care.

The Labeling Debacle

Now, let's talk about labeling. Or rather, the lack thereof. You'd think that something as significant as tampering with the genetic makeup of our food would warrant a big, bright label. "Warning: This food has been altered in ways that nature never intended!" But no, instead, we get vague terms like "bioengineered" or, even better, nothing at all.

Check out this grocery store item (available at HEB) saying that it contains a bioengineered food ingredient! Problem is that it doesn’t say which ingredient is GMO. I posted on Instagram and got some big hate.

Note: I don’t buy sweetened condensed milk or anything similar, but many people do and I wonder if they realize it contains a bioengineered ingredient. Further, do they really have an adequate understanding of what that means?

Imagine going to a restaurant and ordering the chef's special, only to find out it includes mystery meat from a creature that might or might not be of natural origin. Wouldn't you want to know what you're eating? The same goes for GMO produce and the ubiquitous highly processed foods available nowadays.

You, as the consumer, have the right to know what's in your food. It's not just about making informed choices; it's about having the power to decide what goes into your body. But “my body my choice,” only holds weight for killing babies, etc.

The Comedy of Errors

Picture this: you're strolling down the grocery aisle, blissfully unaware that the seemingly innocent ear of corn you're about to pick up has been modified more times than a teenager's Instagram photo. Or imagine making a fresh salad for your family, only to discover later that it's got more genetic tweaks than a Hollywood celebrity.

It would be hilarious if it weren't so alarming. The lack of clear labeling on GMO foods is like playing a game of Frogger in a Houston 10 lane highway.

Demand Transparency

So, what can we do? Demand transparency. Call for clear, unequivocal labeling of all GMO foods. It's your right to know if you're eating something that’s been genetically manipulated. And let's face it, with all the other uncertainties in life, the last thing we need is to be in the dark about what we’re eating.

While we might have to chuckle at the myriad absurdities being thrust upon us at every turn these days, the fact that certain “elite” agents of chaos are promoting genetically engineered food really is no laughing matter. GMOs pose real health risks, and without proper labeling, we're left in the dark about what we're consuming.

I mean, if you don’t care about where your food comes from and how the “producers” (I say producers because I refuse to call them farmers) raised it, go ahead and indulge. As for the rest of us, we really must take action. Any concrete ideas?

Pro Tip from the Hot Pants Farming Club, Plus Bonus Advice

The DS and I have been stocking up on essential prescription medications for a little over a year now. We’ve got IVM, HCQ, crucial antibiotics, antifungals, inhalers, fenbendazole and more. There’s zero chance we could afford to buy these (in the amounts we have them) at US prices.

So, we rely on our favorite pharmacist and pharmacy across the globe, in India. Roshni is brilliant, honest, and reliable. The medications he sells are from his actual pharmacy — Urban Medex — in India and they are literally a fraction of the price you’ll pay for US meds.

No need to have any concern about getting ripped off or getting an incomplete order, etc. We’ve vetted and tried Rosh and his service so you don’t have to take the risk. And while I can’t guarantee you’ll NEVER have an issue, we’ve never had one. He always gets the order right and works with me personally on each order to make sure I stay within the budget parameters DS asks of me.

So how do you get access to the peace-of-mind having the medications on hand that you may need in the future during potential disaster conditions?

1. If you’re not on Telegram, download the app and get on it.

2. Start a chat with UrbanMedex

3. Tell Roshni I told you about him and his service

4. Ask him about the items you’re looking for (they have a VAST selection) and for pricing, etc.

5. Once you’ve decided what to order, give him the go ahead

6. He’ll send you an invoice that you will pay promptly

7. Your product will arrive within 3 weeks (at least that’s usually when we get ours)

If you have any questions, contact me. Or, just reach out to me to thank me because it’s amazing, easy, and incredibly affordable. The first 10 of you who try out Urban Medex (and can prove it to me) just might get a free, but not super exciting, prize from me!

Bonus tip: Start taking daily ice baths. I’ve been taking them since January 30th of this year. You can learn all about it by searching Wim Hof Method of YouTube.

Here’s a pic of me in my new ice bath the DS bought me for Mother’s Day. I know I look miserable, but I’m not.

My ice bath is a large chest freezer dedicated especially for this use. It’s life changing and absolutely incredible.

Thanks for Peeking Around the Corner with me y’all!