Shocking research by health experts recently showed that more than 350 poisonous chemicals can be found in breast milk. In addition, the cocktail effect of consuming a mixture of residues is unknown. Lindane is also suspected of having a disruptive effect on our hormonal systems. Although pesticides have been used for many years, we still don't know the health impact of long-term exposure to them, or whether the existing safety levels for pesticide residues on food are set low enough. And the hidden cost to the NHS of treating illnesses caused by pesticide exposure is impossible to quantify.
More research needs to be done.
The irony is that the more pesticides used, the more that insects and parasites build up resistance which farmers deal with by applying larger quantities of ever more lethal pesticides. Increased support for organic farmers to at least the best in the European Union. A review of the safety of all pesticides and a ban on those that cannot be proven safe. Government to set targets for pesticide reduction and organic farming. What you can do Write to your supermarket demanding pesticide free food and accurate labelling of fresh foods.