Health Issues Associated with Exposure to Pesticides

Pesticides are some of the most harmful substances found in our environment today. The primary function of these chemicals is to eradicate unwanted insects, plants, molds and rodents. They are also utilized in a variety of settings, including homes and schools.

Chemicals referred to as insecticides, herbicides, fungicides and bactericides are all different forms of pesticides. This includes: bug bombs, ant spray, mosquito spray, mosquito fogging, termicides, flea and tick spray, lice treatments, bee and wasp spray, weed prevention, weed abatement, crop spraying and rodent control. Individuals with allergies, asthma or nerve damage may have already be affected by the pesticides in the environment.

Prolonged exposure to pesticides has been previously associated with poor mental development, autism and ADHD. One research study even determined that pesticides may be capable of inducing some of the core characteristics of pervasive development disorders or autism. Further experimental and observational research data suggested a connection between parental pesticide exposure and physical birth defects, low birth weight and fetal death.

Dr. Alex Jimenez D.C.,C.C.S.T’s insight:

Pesticides are common substances utilized to eliminate weeds, insects, rodents and certain types of molds. While these are used in small doses, these chemicals have actually been concluded to be harmful, leading to a variety of health issues. For more information, please feel free to ask Dr. Jimenez or contact us at (915) 850-0900.

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