PepsiCo, Kraft Foods, and Nestle are reported to have partnered with a biotech firm called Senomyx, which uses human embryonic kidney cells taken from an electively aborted fetus (HEK 293) in their product testing to find flavors that will positively affect human taste receptors.
When this news leaked, Campbell soup responded to an outraged public by severing all ties with Senomyx. However, PepsiCo has maintained their relationship with the company, saying the collaboration is necessary for creating low-calorie, tasty products for their consumers.
REALLY? Must they really use human fetal cells just to make soda pop taste good?
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To say that I'm horrified doesn't even begin to describe it. I've written a letters to all three food companies. The address to Pepsi's contact page is here. This is for Kraft. This is for Nestle.
Blessings,
Sharron
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