The Influence of GMOs on the Composition of the Gut Microbiome

Authors

Shawnia Rakhshani, College of Saint Benedict/Saint John's UniversityFollow
Hailey Wight, College of Saint Benedict/Saint John's UniversityFollow

Document Type

Thesis

Publication Date

3-29-2023

Disciplines

Biology

Advisor

William Lamberts

Abstract

Genetically modified organisms have been used for decades in agriculture across the world. The use of GMOs has been advertised as a solution to many agricultural issues. However, people have raised concerns about GMOs reshaping human health, and more importantly, the composition of the gut microbiome. The gut microbiome has a vital role in human health through digestion, immune abilities, and protection against disease-causing bacteria. If any disturbances occur in the microbiome, it can have negative effects on an individual’s overall health and wellbeing. Our paper investigates the pros and cons of ingesting GMOs in relation to our human gut microbiome.

Recommended Citation

Rakhshani, Shawnia and Wight, Hailey, "The Influence of GMOs on the Composition of the Gut Microbiome" (2023). Celebrating Scholarship and Creativity Day (2018-). 216.
https://digitalcommons.csbsju.edu/ur_cscday/216