Dr Oz: Does Corn Contain GMOs?
Dr. Oz talked with Walter Robb, CO-CEO of Whole Foods Market about their huge initiative to require mandatory labeling of all food products in their stores by 2018. He says at that time all foods containing GMOs will be required to have a label so consumers know what they are buying. He also made a huge announcement about the seafood you purchase at Whole Foods!
Dr Oz: Do You Prefer Non-Genetically Modified Foods?
Dr. Oz believes we have the right to know what is in the foods we buy and his fans agree! In a poll last fall, 91% of those who responded said they would prefer to purchase non-genetically modified foods if given the option and Michael Hansen of Consumer Reports agrees! He explained when food is genetically modified there is no control over the process by which it is done, meaning you have no idea exactly where the genes are being injected into the food. Dr. Oz explained this is a problem because a food’s DNA is important and since we have no idea exactly where the genes are being injected we also have no idea the harm it could cause to our body if we eat that food.
Dr Oz says the best way to avoid genetically modified foods is to go organic! Organic foods are legally required to have no GMOs!
Dr Oz: How To Avoid Genetically Modified Foods
Dr. Oz says that since labeling of foods containing GMOs is not yet mandatory he has some guidelines to help you avoid them when you go to the grocery store.
- Go organic – By law organic foods cannot contain GMOs – look for the green and white USDA Organic seal.
- Avoid (unless organic) – Canola, corn, zucchini, soy, sugar beets
- Foods less likely to contain GMOs – Quinoa, wheat, grass-fed animals
- Switch cooking oils – Choose olive oil and safflower oil for all cooking and baking needs
- Look for voluntary labeling seals – There are several companies already using their own voluntary seal. Look for the one that says “NonGMO Project Verified.”
Dr Oz: Uses For an Ice Cube Tray
Are you tired of also having to throw out that last bit of peanut butter left over in the bottom of the jar or those last few drops of wine? If so, Dr. Oz’s viewers have a few tricks to help you avoid the waste in the future and all you need is an ice cube tray!
- Store Greek yogurt – Buy a big container and fill the ice cube tray and freeze. You will always have it if you need it and it will not go bad in the freezer.
- Store chicken broth or pasta sauce
- Store egg whites
- Dr. Oz tip: Make ice cubes with leftover champagne and use them to make a mimosa with orange juice!
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