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Scientists Say Glyphosate Responsible For Chronic Disease In U.S.

A study led by Dr. Nancy Swanson and Andrew Leu of the  International Federation of Organic Agriculture Movements (IFOAM) has concluded that glyphosate – the main ingredient in Monsanto’s Roundup – is deadly to humans.  The study determined that the herbicide is lethal even in tiny amounts, which confirms that low level exposure to the toxin can damage your health. Naturalnews.com reports: The study, titled “Genetically engineered crops, glyphosate and the deterioration of health in the United States of America,” was published in the Journal of Organic Systems. First, United States government databases were reviewed to find GE crop data, disease epidemiological data and glyphosate application data. Then, the team conducted correlation analyses on 22 diseases in these data sets which revealed the disturbing discovery that the ingredient is indeed wreaking havoc on people’s health. Glyphosate a “driver of mutations that lead to cancer” Their findings state that “Glyphosate disrupts the endocrine system and the balance of gut bacteria, it damages DNA and is a driver of mutations that lead to cancer.” They noted that glyphosate applications are linked to a long list of ailments and chronic diseases ranging from stroke, cancers of the thyroid, bladder, pancreas, kidney and liver [...]