Vijay Menon Vijay Menon Asked 3 months ago

Does round up cause cancer?

I've been seeing some news articles and social media posts talking about "Roundup" weed killer and its link to cancer. We use it sometimes in our garden. Is there truth to these claims?

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Aditya Verma Aditya Verma Joined May 2026 3 months ago
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There is a lot of debate globally about glyphosate, the chemical in Roundup, and its links to non-Hodgkin lymphoma. While some international agencies label it a probable carcinogen, others say it's safe if used properly. Honestly, if you are worried about exposure, consulting an environmental medicine specialist or doctor is your best bet.

Sneha Kulkarni Sneha Kulkarni Joined Apr 2026 3 months ago

I completely panicked when I realized our apartment garden used this weedkiller and spent days googling. But after talking to some agricultural experts, I realized casual exposure is very different from long-term chemical handling. Don't worry too much, just wash your home-grown veggies well.

Priya Sharma Priya Sharma Joined Apr 2026 3 months ago

This is exactly why I only buy organic produce and grow my own herbs at home without any chemical weedkillers. The chemical residues on our food are definitely worrying. Eating clean, pesticide-free food is the safest way to protect your long-term health.

Amit Shah Amit Shah Joined Jul 2026 3 months ago

I've been reading so many scary articles about this chemical online and now I'm constantly worried about the lawn in our colony. Has anyone else felt extremely anxious about this? I really hope the exposure risk is as low as they say.

Rajesh Nair Rajesh Nair Joined Jan 2026 3 months ago

Chemical exposure is nothing to take lightly, especially if you have chronic health issues. Having faced severe health complications myself from environmental toxins, I strongly advise staying away from sprayed areas. If you feel unwell or have skin irritation, please see a doctor immediately.

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Swami Chaitanya Swami Chaitanya Joined Mar 2026 3 months ago

To keep our bodies pure and healthy, we should minimize our contact with synthetic chemical sprays like weedkillers. Mother nature provides gentle ways to manage our gardens. Keeping our minds calm and our environment clean is the key to true wellness.

Sunita Sen Sunita Sen Joined Feb 2026 3 months ago

Since I have to manage my blood sugar levels strictly, I focus a lot on organic and unprocessed foods to avoid extra chemical load on my liver. The links between agricultural chemicals and chronic illnesses are complex. Try to stick to natural farming methods for your home garden.

Baldev Singh Baldev Singh Joined Apr 2026 3 months ago

As someone who has worked in farming for decades, I can tell you that direct exposure to weedkillers without protective gear is dangerous. Always wear gloves and masks if you have to use it, or better yet, switch to manual weeding. If you feel dizzy or sick after spraying, go straight to the clinic.

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