Revolutionizing nutrition by using gene editing to create Superfoods better than GMOs

Superfoods have been marketed as a panacea for good health, but gene editing might make them even more potent. By subtly altering the genetic makeup of existing crops, gene editing can boost nutrient levels in fruits and vegetables, potentially allowing for the creation of foods with different properties. Nutrients like vitamin A, vitamin E, iron, and zinc are early targets, as they are key deficiencies in many people's diets. Moreover, gene-edited food could be superior to current nutrition-boosting methods such as supplements and fortified foods, and could open doors to designing whole foods that function as medicines.