Is Golden Rice Healthy? Unpacking the Science and Controversy
                                
                                
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                                The World Health Organization estimates that up to 250 million preschool children worldwide are affected by Vitamin A deficiency. Golden rice, a genetically engineered crop, was developed with the specific aim of addressing this widespread nutritional problem by providing a vital precursor to vitamin A.