If we’re serious about protecting pregnancies, we need to stop spraying pesticides | Letters

We must shift the conversation beyond food. These chemicals are in the air women breathe and the homes they live in, says biochemist Molly ShaveAs a biochemist trained in environmental health, I was relieved to see coverage of pesticide exposure and pregnancy risk (Exposure to a mix of pesticides raises risk of pregnancy complications, study suggests, 19 July). But one key detail is missing: food is not the main route of exposure for most women, especially in urban environments.While dietary pesticide levels are regulated, many studies – including urine biomonitoring – have shown less difference in pesticide load between children eating organic and conventional diets in cities than we would expect. Why? Because exposure is happening elsewhere. Continue reading...

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