I am surprised at how little people understand the dangers of lawn pesticides. I see my neighbors, who adore their children, spraying weed killer with smiles on their faces.

According to several studies, children who are exposed to home and garden pesticides have up to a seven-fold increased risk of developing leukemia. (“Occupational and Environmental Medicine”, 2006). Dogs who are allowed to play on lawns where chemical weed killer has been used, are three times more likely to develop lymphomas. What about our children? Humans were not a part of this study since it is felt that dogs have more contact with the lawn than humans. As a mother of four boys, I would argue this case strongly.

Use organic products ONLY. If they do not satisfy your need for a perfect lawn, choose rocks.

The quote we use in the section of our book that discusses this, is one parents with concern over their childrens health should know: “Weeds are flowers too, once you get to know them” -Eeyore, from A.A. Milne’s “Winnie the Pooh”.

Thanks!

Lynne Eldridge M.D.
Author, “Avoiding Cancer One Day At A Time”
http://www.avoidcancernow.com