In the heart of Taiwan's rural landscapes, a pressing question lingers: how do agricultural chemicals impact our genetic makeup? Researchers decided to investigate this by examining two key substances: glyphosate, a widely used herbicide, and its byproduct, AMPA. They chose to analyze these compounds in human urine, seeking clues about potential DNA harm. The study ...
The upcoming MAHA report has sparked a heated debate. Farmers and some Republicans are on edge. They fear the report might criticize glyphosate, a key ingredient in many pesticides. This chemical has been used for decades to control weeds and protect soil. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. leads the MAHA Commission. He has promised a thorough review of how American lifestyles a...
Georgia has joined North Dakota in passing a law that limits lawsuits against pesticide makers. This law, signed by Governor Brian Kemp, aims to protect companies like Bayer from claims that they did not warn customers about potential health risks. Specifically, it shields them from lawsuits related to Roundup, a popular weed killer. The law covers any pesticide manu...
Glyphosate, a widely used herbicide, has been a topic of debate for years. It has been found in various water sources, often accompanied by its harmful byproduct, aminomethylphosphonic acid (AMPA). This is a big deal because the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) labeled glyphosate as "probably carcinogenic to humans" back in 2015. This means it could...
The rise of genetically modified (GM) crops that withstand herbicides led to a massive increase in glyphosate use across the United States. Over two decades, the amount of glyphosate used surged by over 750%. Though it's a hot topic, the effects of glyphosate on human health are still debated. Scientists combined data on how much glyphosate is used in different count...
You might now be wondering about glyphosate, a chemical commonly used in weed killers. It's a big deal because it can cause harm if it lingers in the environment. Scientists have just invented a clever way to spot glyphosate using tiny copper particles, or nanoprobes. These are made by mixing two acids and copper. When these particles bump into glyphosate, they chan...