nervous system

 How Pesticides Affect Your Nervous System

For Years studies in Europe have shown that poisons adjusted over time can lead to Neurological Problems like Parkinson’s disease and Alzheimer’s. Countries that are typically green such as Norway have low instances of these Neurological diseases.  Muscle cramps can be toxicity related.  Nervous system issues can include cramps, headaches and unexplained pain.  Organic farms and suppliers can be valuable for your health.

The United States has a high rate of Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s. Recently there has been a study published in the journal Neurology that shows that pesticides inhibit an enzyme that is responsible for the breakdown and eliminations of various toxins in the body including alcohol. Research has shown that people who are exposed to these pesticides were 2-5 times more likely to develop Parkinson’s disease than those who were not.

What can you do as a consumer try to buy chemical free cleaning products, chemical free in pesticides and fertilizers and chemical free mosquito repellent. Make sure you wash your fruit and vegetables thoroughly, and going organic with all your meats will help as well.  For more information follow the link below.

http://www.forbes.com/sites/alicegwalton/2014/01/28/is-the-pesticide-ddt-linked-to-alzheimers-disease/