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Pesticides are toxic by design. They kill bugs, weeds, fungi, rodents and other "pests." That's why the government regulates them--though not stringently enough. The risks you encounter when you eat them depend on a number of factors including the toxicity of the pesticide, degree and form of exposure, your age, genetic susceptibility, and exposure to other toxics, including other pesticides. We believe that:
1. You have a right to know what's in your food.
2. The risks from many of these contaminants are unacceptably high, especially for infants and children
3. The government can and should take steps to eliminate toxic chemicals, including pesticides, from the food supply.
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Most Contaminated
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How We Measured Contamination
Why Reducing Pesticide Exposure is Smart
Doesn't the Government Regulate These Chemicals?
Are These Chemicals Bad For Me?
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