So far no feedingstudies with the genetically engineered plants are requested by the authority, only isolated proteins are tested regarding acute toxicity.
There are studies that suggest that forced tube feeding or intravenous feeding (known as hyperalimentation) can actually increase the risk of infection and death.
As for Congress, Ralph Cossa, at the Centre for Strategic and International Studies in Honolulu, argues for restraint there, to avoid feeding anti-American sentiment in China and playing into the hands of hardliners.