Glyphosate, the active ingredient in Roundup, is one of the most commonly used herbicides in the world by commercial gardeners. It is found to be highly toxic and can cause many short-term and long-term health effects. Notably, research has linked long-term exposure to glyphosate to Parkinson’s Disease.
To help educate those in the farming and gardening industries about this toxic chemical, Drugwatch.com has created a comprehensive guide. It covers things like what it is used for, symptoms, and side effects. Also included is a second guide regarding non-toxic alternatives, please take a look at these links.