How dangerous are Pesticides in Food? This Blog will explain the harmful effects of Pesticides on Food. Pesticides are chemicals used to kill pests. Although effective against plants eating insects, they are detrimental to the environment and humans as well. Pesticides are harmful because their disaster starts in the respiratory system and extends to the reproductive system. Pakistan is a blessed country that enjoys various foods.
Part of Food
The farmer uses pesticides to get rid of pests. Although pesticides kill pests, they become part of food, and when we eat that food, they become part of our bodies. The pesticide residue stuck on the plants leaches into the soil, even if it becomes part of the water table. The fruits are ripened with a combination of chemicals, and unfortunately, we eat fruits to get nutrition, but instead of getting its benefits, we purchase disease.
Water
The water used to remain alive is also contaminated with pesticides. What should we do?
Environment
The Chemical released becomes part of the surroundings. It is a source of soil and air pollution.
Diseases Because of Pesticides
The following diseases emerge due to pesticides
- Asthma
- Eye irritation
- Skin Problem
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Headache
- Sore throat
- Unconscious state of mind
When we live in an environment of pesticides for a prolonged time, their effects are lethal.
Stimulate the Function of Hormones
Hormones are chemicals that regulate the body’s functions. Pesticides interfere with these hormones and change their activity. Hormonal imbalances cause numerous diseases. The side effects can be judged by direct contact with plants contaminated with pesticides; side effects are shown in the form of redness, runny nose, and vomiting.
Neurologists
The neurologists said that the low quantity of pesticides also affects the neurological and behavioral development of children.
The solution to This Problem
Organic food grown at home is a beneficial way to enjoy nutrition and all its benefits. Biopesticides can be used, but botanists struggle with them.
Conclusion
How dangerous are Pesticides in Food? The intake of pesticides is harmful because it damages the whole system of the body. The fruits and vegetables that are cultivated under your supervision are only reliable at this time. We should not focus on the inorganic food.
The detrimental effects cannot be denied, and soon, the side effects will increase because of its too much use. In my opinion, the best solution to tackle this Social problem is organic food. If organic food gets infected with the pests, then bio-pests should be used. We are living in a world of Chemicals: the chemicals in the air, the chemicals in the soil, and the chemicals in the water.
