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- Ever Wonder How Pesticides Work?So...just how do pesticides work? The answer to the above question can be very complicated and depends on the type of pesticide used. For sake of simplicity, however, we'll focus on the most common reason for death.
- The Best Way to Naturally Kill Pests on the PropertyWhen you are doing, the first considered can often be to own on the shop and acquire the strongest chemical compounds they've offered to eliminate the bugs. There is actually all-natural pesticide you may use in your house.
- 5 Reasons to Buy Organic GroceriesWhy is buying organic so important? Is it worth the money?
- Organic Food Versus Conventional ProcessingOrganic is the exclusion of pesticides while conventional may use chemicals.
Food with the Most PesticidesA guide of foods with the most, and least pesticides, organic food basics, and also where to purchase organic food.
Watch Out Folks: New Study Reveals that Rinsing Apples is Ineffective in Removing Pesticide Residue!According to a new study, red, green and yellow apples found at your local grocery stores may be harmful to everyone's health if only washed and dried with water.
Foods that Should Be Eatin OrganicIt's good for your health to eat organic whenever possible, but these foods should always be bought from the organic section.- Are Pesticide Producing Crops Good or Bad for Human Consumption?Can crops that have been genetically modified eventually cause an evolutionary change in our own bodies after decades of consumption?
- How Chemical Fertilizers and Pesticides Affect Earthworm and Soil HealthChemical fertilizers can produce short term gains, but do so at the expense of long term soil health. Organic alternatives can be cheaper, healthier, and more effective in the long run.
How to Apply a Pesticide SafelyApply pesticides according to the label to keep it the safest possible practice.- Lindane: A Deadly PesticideLindane has been used as a pesticide and also as a medication for lice and scabies. Learn the facts before you use it on yourself or on your children.
- Theories on Colony Collapse DisorderA brief history of CCD, followed by a summary of various theories on potential causes.
- Five Common Fruits You Should Always Buy OrganicallyIt's easy enough to be lured by promotional sales and special produce deals at our local grocery store. However, certain fruits can cause more harm than good. Learn which fruits you shouldn't skimp on.
- The Dirt on ApplesApples are considered our country's second favorite fruit, but apples were recently discovered to have the most residue of pesticides on them compared to any other fruit regardless of how much you wash them, or even if you peel them.
- The Hidden Danger in Your Coffee: PesticidesIt may be the 'cup of Joe' that gets millions of us through the working day but did you know that there are pesticides in coffee? Coffee plants are actually sprayed with more pesticides than any other agricultural crop.
- What's Really in Your Favorite Fruit Salad?People may not always be aware of the danger of pesticide residuals hiding in fruits, vegetables and meat. Here are some of the highest and lowest foods laced with pesticides.
- Non-Organic Produce May Pose a Risk to Your BabyThree separate studies show that prenatal, but not postnatal, low exposure to pesticides affects brain development of children by lowering their IQ. Suggestions on how to reduce pesticide residues on produce are given.
- Pesticides in Food May Lead to Lower IQs in KidsRecent studies done all over the U.S. are showing there may be a link between hazardous pesticides found in food and a lowered IQ in children.
Eco-Friendly Pesticide Solutions for Gardeners: Recipes for Making Your OwnWhat follows are a few natural pesticide recipes to get you started on your way to having a more eco-friendly garden.
Chemical Month | Methyl Iodide, Part 2 (The Story of the Strawberry Continues)The EPA has opened a public comment period on a legal petition calling for a nationwide ban on the use of the pesticide methyl iodide, a known carcinogen.- Is Buying Organic Produce Necessary?Why is buying organic important? Is it a waste of money?
Chemical Month | Methyl IodideIf you eat strawberries from California, you may also be eating a cancer-causing pesticide (from "Chemical Month" on 13.7 Billion Years)
Pesticides & Herbicides: Health RisksOne of biggest myths in advertising is that pesticides are safe. Pesticides kill millions of people and cause illness in millions more. The health effects and risks of pesticides are hidden from the public and cost millions their lives.- Handling and Using Pesticides SafelyPesticides need to be handled with extreme caution. The use of these products may cause severe health problems and even death.
The End of Starvation in AfricaA new study regarding a more intensive focus on modernized agriculture suggests that Africa could feed itself in a generation.- Organic Pest Control and Natural Pesticide AlternativesSafe alternatives to pesticides are affordable, effective and simple! Don't poison your family anymore--check out these great tips for natural pest control.
- Killing Honey Bees with PesticidesHoney bees are dying because of the usage of pesticides.
What is Sevin (Carbaryl) Pesticide?Sevin, a registered trademark for the pesticide carbaryl, has a tragic history. Yet, it is a relatively safe pesticide. It is very effective but may not be the insecticide of first choice. Here's why...
What's on Your Grapes?What can be found on commercially grown produce?- Eco-Friendly Flowers for Valentine's DayOrganic flowers are grown using sustainable farming methods and help to spread love in a more eco-friendly way.
- The Shocking Link Between Pesticides and ADHDThe effects of pesticides have been firmly linked to ADHD. Read the startling facts aboiut the rise of ADHD due to pesticides.
Chemical Pesticides Make You FatWhat are Obesogens? We all know in our hearts that the chemicals and pesticides we encounter on a daily basis are bad for us. What we didn't know is they make you fat.- How Can I Reduce My Chances of Exposure to Pesticides in Fruits and Vegetables?Pesticide is an umbrella term for any chemical used to kill insects, weeds, fungi, mold, and other pests or prevent them from harming crops, livestock, or feed.
- Keep Beg Bugs Away Without PesticidesFrom treating bed bug bites to keeping the pests away, baking soda can come in handy and help you stay green.
How Clean is Your Fresh Produce?Does washing the produce you bring home from the market or grocery store get it clean?
Choose Organic for Your Green LifestyleAll across America, consumers are choosing organic products. Organic products are pesticide and toxin free. Living a green life-style improves health and saves lives!- Persistent Organic Pesticides and FertilityPersistent organic pesticides are still commonly found in many places. When these pesticides contaminate our food, a real health threat is posed that impacts fertility.
Hazards and Preventive Regulations for Pesticides in Food-borne DiseasesThe purpose of this paper is to concentrate over the various foodborne illnesses due to pesticides that are applied in the food for better growth.
Pesticide Exposure Linked to Increased ADHD RiskThis article reveals the most dangerous developmental period for pesticide exposure, discusses the risks of pesticide exposure when it comes to ADHD and includes six different ADHD risk reduction strategies.- Eliminating Malaria from the World: Pesticides and CancerMalaria is still killing millions all over the world. Can we stop this killer with pesticides without causing cancer or hurting our environment? Read the pros and cons of using pesticides against malaria.
