Searched for
PESTICIDE EXPOSURE RISKS
Tired of ants taking over your home? This natural powder could help eliminate them without harsh chemicals in minutes- Most people rinse apples under the tap, but a study found plain water barely touches pesticide residue; a baking-soda soak removed up to 96% of it
- A termite pesticide banned in 1988 is still turning up in wildlife; researchers found toxic brain levels in nearly half the sick skunks they examined near Detroit
- Alan Greenspan dies at 100: What is Parkinson disease, symptoms, stages and what causes it explained as it affects over a million in USWhat is Parkinson's disease?: Former Federal Reserve Chairman Alan Greenspan has reportedly passed away at 100. His death has sparked publi...23 Jun, 2026, 12.52 AM IST
- Eating more fruits? Study reveals how your choices could be increasing pesticide levels in your bloodInvisible risks lurk on popular fruits in India. Pesticide residues are a growing health concern. Studies show these chemicals can enter th...07 Mar, 2026, 02.24 PM IST
- Which winter fruits and vegetables are coated with wax and pesticides? Here’s how to clean them safely without losing taste or textureWinter produce often carries chemical residues. Apples, grapes, and strawberries are common culprits. These chemicals can harm health. Cons...28 Oct, 2025, 12.35 PM IST
- Organic food vs non-organic food: Is there really a health benefit or just clever marketing?The debate between organic and non-organic food continues, with mixed scientific evidence on whether organic options are significantly heal...18 Jun, 2025, 11.30 PM IST
- 14-year-old girl dies after eating pesticide sprayed cabbage; Here are five other vegetables high in pesticidesA 14-year-old girl in Sri Ganganagar district died after consuming a pesticide-sprayed cabbage leaf from her field. She felt nauseous and w...28 Dec, 2024, 04.35 PM IST
- How drones are offering effective alternatives to conventional spraying methodWith advanced technology and innovative solutions, drones are able to address several issues for farmers when it comes to pesticide sprayin...26 Jul, 2024, 10.08 AM IST
- Pesticides increase cancer risk similar to smoking: StudyA recent US study has found that exposure to certain pesticides significantly increases cancer risk in farmers, comparable to the risk pose...25 Jul, 2024, 04.01 PM IST
- FSSAI to take action against spice makers after Rajasthan finds some MDH, Everest products unsafeThe Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) is investigating and will take action against several branded spice makers, includ...15 Jun, 2024, 12.15 AM IST
- Here's why Hong Kong and Singapore have announced a recall of MDH and Everest productsHong Kong and Singapore have recalled popular Indian spice products from MDH and Everest due to the presence of carcinogenic ethylene oxide...21 Apr, 2024, 07.01 PM IST
- Everest's Fish Curry Masala recalled in Singapore for having pesticide 'beyond limit'Singapore orders recall of Everest's Fish Curry Masala due to ethylene oxide pesticide levels exceeding limits. The Singapore Food Agency d...19 Apr, 2024, 02.37 PM IST
- All about the mystery illness that has hospitalized hundreds in IndiaBy Sunday, according to the federal health ministry, there were more than 200 people hospitalised, suffering dizziness, headache and vomiti...10 Dec, 2020, 03.38 PM IST
- Eluru tragedy: Doctors find lead, nickel in blood samples after hundreds suffer mystery illnessTeams of doctors, including those from New Delhi's premier All-India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), are investigating the death of ...08 Dec, 2020, 08.33 PM IST
- India investigates if organochlorines behind unknown illness in Andhra PradeshThe unknown illness has infected more than 300 children, with most of them suffering from dizziness, fainting spells, headache and vomiting...08 Dec, 2020, 10.19 AM IST
- Buy UPL, target price Rs 490: HaitongHaitong expects UPL’s revenue to grow 6.3-8.2 per cent and adjusted PAT to rise 17.3-22 per cent over FY21-22.01 Apr, 2020, 10.18 AM IST
- Attention, parents! Keep your kids away from aerial pesticidesHealth officials should find alternative application methods to reduce the exposure of children to pesticides to reduce the risk factors.30 Apr, 2016, 12.23 PM IST
- Debunking the myths on pesticides is vital to raise food production in IndiaLongevity in western nations has dramatically improved and the increase can be associated in part to intensive farming and the arrival of p...04 Apr, 2014, 02.04 AM IST
- Organic food is not healthier, finds studyResearchers from Stanford University have said there is "little evidence of healthier benefits from organic food over those grown conventio...05 Sep, 2012, 10.46 AM IST
Load More
