I would argue for the position of 'not always'. In my opinion it is much the same as GMO plants. The intent and target of the modification matters. A plant t

I would argue for the position of 'not always'. In my opinion it is much the same as GMO plants. The intent and target of the modification matters. A plant that is modified to tolerate deadly chemicals is evil; it must be handled carefully if consumed at all so that the chemicals it tolerates do not poison us. A plant which is modified to have a higher or higher quality (more nutrition?) yield might be good. Thus the highly processed foods. It depends on what the intent of the process is and how the results are used in the whole. Even if it might be less healthy I sure do love breads and noodles.