Pesticides are chemicals used to kill pests, but they don’t always spare humans. Continuous exposure—either through food, air, or water—can silently affect your health. Here’s how:

1. Respiratory Problems
Pesticide sprays release chemicals into the air. Inhaling them can cause short-term breathing issues like coughing, wheezing, or throat irritation. Long-term exposure may even lead to asthma or chronic bronchitis.

2. Hormonal Imbalance
Some pesticides act as endocrine disruptors. This means they mimic or block natural hormones, which can affect growth, fertility, and even cause early puberty in children.

3. Neurological Effects
Pesticides can damage the nervous system. Research shows a link between pesticide exposure and memory loss, anxiety, depression, and even diseases like Parkinson’s.

4. Cancer Risk
Several studies suggest that long-term exposure to certain pesticides increases the risk of cancers such as leukemia, lymphoma, and breast cancer. Farmworkers and residents near sprayed fields are especially vulnerable.

5. Birth Defects and Developmental Issues
Pregnant women exposed to pesticides may face higher risks of miscarriage or birth defects. Children may also show learning disabilities, lower IQ levels, or behavioral problems due to early exposure.