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Health effects of pesticides may be acute or delayed in those who are exposed. [1] Acute effects can include pesticide poisoning, which may be a medical emergency. [2] Strong evidence exists for other, long-term negative health outcomes from pesticide exposure including birth defects, fetal death, [3] neurodevelopmental disorder, [4] cancer, and neurologic illness including Parkinson's disease ...
These high concentrations can cause "blue baby disease" where nitrate ions weaken the blood's capacity to carry oxygen. Studies have also linked high concentrations of nitrates to reproductive issues and proclivity for some cancers, such as bladder and ovarian cancer. [30]
The American Cancer Society has stated that no evidence exists that the small amount of pesticide residue found on conventional foods will increase the risk of cancer, although it recommends thoroughly washing fruits and vegetables. They have also stated that there is no research to show that organic food reduces cancer risk compared to foods ...
Broccoli and vegetable medley recall list Here are the products affected by the 4Earth Farms recall: Wild Harvest Organic Vegetable Medley 12 oz, UPC 711535517733 (Distributed to Albert’s Organics)
More than a dozen vegetables including peppers, cucumbers and squash have been recalled due to possible contamination with listeria. The recall affects produce sold at select Walmart and Aldi ...
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Repeated exposure to sublethal doses of some pesticides can cause physiological and behavioral changes that reduce fish populations, such as abandonment of nests and broods, decreased immunity to disease and decreased predator avoidance. [90] Application of herbicides to bodies of water can kill plants on which fish depend for their habitat. [90]
The chemical, which is the active ingredient in the weed killer Roundup, can allegedly cause cancer. The oat products tested were made by General Mills, including several Cheerios varieties and ...