What have scientific organizations concluded about the safety of approved genetically modified foods?

Major scientific and regulatory organizations, including the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and the World Health Organization, have concluded that genetically modified organisms (GMOs) approved for human consumption are generally considered safe.1

Scientific consensus holds that these approved foods are no more risky to consume than their conventional counterparts. Regulatory bodies evaluate GMOs on a case-by-case basis, assessing factors such as potential toxicity and allergenicity to ensure they are comparable to non-modified foods before they reach the market. While some critics and consumer groups have raised concerns regarding the potential for long-term health effects or unintended genetic consequences, these organizations maintain that approved GMOs are safe and continue to be monitored through ongoing research.123