What the heck is chlormequat?

Have you heard the news about chlormequat?

A study done by the Environmental Working Group (EWG) was recently published this month revealing this pesticide was found in 80% of people tested.

Chlormequat helps prevent plants from bending over, allowing the crops to be more easily harvested.

This pesticide was approved by the EPA in 2018 to be applied on oat-based products such as Quaker Oats and Cheerios and was detected in 92% of oat-based foods.

We hear how Oatmeal and Cheerios are touted as “heart-healthy” foods.

Is it worth the risk?

What is the problem with chlormequat?

Animal studies show it reduces fertility, harms the reproductive system, and alters fetal growth.

Even though we don’t have enough data yet from human studies, it is quite alarming to see the effects on animals.

Who wants to take that risk?

EWG continues to study the prevalence of chlormequat and its potentially harmful effects on our health.

The majority of kids with autism have enough difficulty with detoxification.

Why bombard them with another toxin?

How can you avoid chlormequat?

Purchase organic oats, which are grown without synthetic pesticides.

This sounds remarkably similar to glyphosate, and we know how much harm that has caused.

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