Tag: Public perception

According to extensive research and statements from organizations like the FDA and WHO, currently available genetically modified foods have passed stringent safety assessments and are not likely to present risks for human health. Yet, for many, the question remains: are genetically modified foods harmful to the body?

According to a 2021 study, 36.6% of American adults ate fast food on any given day. What do people say about fast food? Public opinion is deeply divided, citing everything from convenience and affordability as positives to serious health risks, low nutritional value, and ethical concerns as major negatives.

According to a 2025 study on public perception, dietitians were found to be less understood by the general public compared to other allied health professionals like physiotherapists. This mixed public perception raises important questions about the level of respect afforded to registered dietitians (RDs) in the modern healthcare landscape.

According to a 2024 review published in *The BMJ*, increased exposure to ultraprocessed foods (UPFs) was associated with a higher risk of adverse health outcomes, including cardiovascular and mental health issues. This has fueled a widespread public and media narrative that paints UPFs in an overwhelmingly negative light.

In a 2014 Pew Research Center survey, 88% of scientists agreed that genetically modified food was safe, while only 37% of the US public did, highlighting a significant perception gap. The question of whether genetically modified food is 100% safe to eat, therefore, reveals a complex and deeply nuanced discussion far beyond a simple yes or no answer.

According to a 2016 Pew Research Center survey, only 37% of U.S. adults believed that eating genetically modified foods was generally safe, highlighting a significant gap between scientific consensus and public perception. This divergence illustrates how views of genetically modified foods differ based on a complex interplay of scientific, cultural, and socioeconomic factors.