Tag: Gmo fruits

Every plant cell contains DNA, and fruits, as products of flowering plants, are no exception. The double-helix molecule carries the genetic instructions for the plant's growth, development, and eventual reproduction. This fact is demonstrable through simple at-home science experiments that extract visible clumps of DNA from fruits like bananas and strawberries.

First introduced in 2020 by Del Monte after 16 years of development, the pink pineapple has since captured consumer curiosity. But beyond its unique color and sweeter flavor, a common question is: do pink pineapples have less bromelain than their traditional yellow counterparts?

While the list of GMO fruits is much shorter than many people believe, several varieties have been specifically engineered for commercial sale. This limited list includes fruits such as virus-resistant papaya, non-browning apples, and pink-fleshed pineapple.

The first genetically engineered produce on the US market was the Flavr Savr™ tomato in 1994, which was engineered for a longer shelf life. Decades later, navigating the grocery aisles means understanding *what fruits are bioengineered* and what that means for your nutrition diet.