health
February 23, 2026
FLASHBACK: The Trouble with Glyphosate
Here's why glyphosate is so bad, and how to protect yourself and your loved ones against it
TL;DR
- Glyphosate, the active ingredient in Roundup, is linked to health issues such as cancer, endocrine disruption, gut conditions, and obesity.
- Recent studies suggest glyphosate exposure may contribute to the rise in autism cases by disrupting melatonin production and subsequently PIN1, crucial for neurological health.
- Bayer (maker of Roundup) faces numerous lawsuits over health damage allegedly caused by glyphosate, while the EPA maintains its safety.
- Glyphosate usage is extensive in the US, sprayed on various crops and used as a desiccant, leading to widespread contamination in food and the environment.
- A significant percentage of Americans, including pregnant women and men, have detectable levels of glyphosate in their bodies, semen, and cord blood.
- Consuming organic food can drastically reduce glyphosate levels in the body, with one week of an organic diet lowering concentrations by up to 43%.
- Even with an organic diet, complete avoidance of glyphosate is difficult due to environmental drift and contaminated soil.
- While reducing exposure is beneficial, the article advises realistic expectations, noting that total elimination of harmful chemicals like microplastics is impossible.
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