Environmental

Chemical pesticides

Environmental factor.

In practice

It depends on the case; there is no single guideline.

Effect by goal · level of evidence

Human health (agricultural/dietary exposure)

harms Low study (A)

Review: pesticides, although they protect crops, can cause adverse effects on health and the environment, which drives more sustainable practices. It is a review that reflects general concern; it does not quantify a specific risk.

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In depth

Environmental · Highest evidence: Low · 1 finding

Findings

Human health (agricultural/dietary exposure) — harms (Low, study). Review: pesticides, although they protect crops, can cause adverse effects on health and the environment, which is driving more sustainable practices. It is a review that captures the general concern; it does not quantify a specific risk. 27486573

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