Category: Bioengineering

According to the USDA, a food can be labeled as 'certified organic' only if it is produced without genetically engineered ingredients. For consumers concerned about genetically modified organisms (GMOs), identifying which potato chips are not bioengineered is a key part of informed snacking. The answer often lies in understanding different labeling standards and knowing which brands prioritize non-GMO ingredients.

Cellulose is the most abundant organic polymer on Earth, yet the human digestive system lacks the necessary enzymes to break it down. This raises a fascinating question for nutrition and science: could humans ever digest cellulose to unlock a new source of energy?