GMO Bacteria - getting into our gut

In 1911 it was discovered that certain bacteria produce toxins that kills insects. In it's natural form, it has proven to be harmless to humans to use it to control insects.

In fact, that "bacterial toxin" is in use today by organic growers and others wishing to avoid the use of dangerous insecticidal chemicals to control insect infestations that ruin their crops.

Specifically, it is the Bacillus thuingensis (Bt) bacterium, which is used in a liquid solution and sprayed on the insect infested crops.

HOWEVER -

Monsanto has taken that older technology and modified it genetically.

This new Genetically-Modified-Organisms Bt bacterium is "chemically and materially different" than the naturally occuring toxin produced by Bt bacterium, says Dr. Michael Hansen, an expert on genetic engineering from the Consumers Union

Monsanto’s mutant Bt causes changes our gut flora and could lead to IBS, colon cancer, plus immune system disorders.

That much is now known, but there are other potential harms lurking in our colon - the Genetically-Modified-Organisms Bt changes the gut flora populations in ways unknown as yet. Anything from diarrhea to mood disorders can result from changes in our intestinal flora.