From: ave7@earthlink.net
Sent: Tuesday, January 30, 2001 11:11 PM
To: fdadockets@oc.fda.gov
Subject: What's in your food?


Dear Corporate and Government Leaders,

Genetically engineered food ingredients or crops should not be allowed on the market until: 

1) Independent safety testing demonstrates they have no harmful effects on human health or the environment, 

2) They are labeled to ensure the consumer's right-to-know, and 

3) The biotechnology corporations that manufacture them are held responsible for any harm.

As the mother of two small children, I take the job of feeding them VERY seriously. It takes me a long time to shop because I read EVERY label. I no longer spend my family's hard earned money on food that is genetically altered or contains undesirable additives (preservatives, artificial coloring, artificial flavoring, MSG, etc.). I hope I live to see the day when big companies stop putting profits ahead of the health of our nation.


Sincerely

Maria Tyrie
10 Brentwood Drive
New City, New York 10956