Pork-the Other Cloned White Meat

Americans have adjusted their diets to make better use of the food pyramid for a better body image, but more importantly, for a healthier body. The probability of a better looking body has increased due to a nationwide quest for improved food sources. One such choice has been pork, popularly dubbed “the other white meat.”

Although Americans are scrutinizing their caloric intake and pork options, the origins of certain foods may soon be questioned. According to a January 16, 2008 press conference, the FDA has concluded that meat and milk from clones of cattle, swine and goats and the offspring of clones from any species traditionally consumed as food are as safe to eat as food from conventionally bred animals.

Cloned food has not reportedly uncovered any subtle hazards that might indicate food consumption risks, says Yahoo. Other reports have piqued an appetite for more information as the Washington Post announced that hundreds of cloned pigs, cows and other animals are already living on farms around the country. With the cloned community being a reality, consumers may possibly be able to identify changes since MSNBC declared “…Officials said they don’t think special labels are needed, although a decision on labeling is pending.”