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Another reason to go organic

A recent nationwide study published in the journal Pediatrics found that children with higher exposure to a class of pesticides called Organophosphates are more likely to have ADHD.

Researchers measured the levels of pesticide byproducts in the urine of 1,139 children from across the United States. Children with above-average levels of one common byproduct had roughly twice the odds of getting a diagnosis of ADHD

The study controlled for demographic and health factors.  While the study can not prove that pesticide exposure causes ADHD, there does appear to be a strong correlation.

Eat a varied diet.  By organic or local farmers market when you can.  If you have to make choices,  get the biggest bang for your buck by avoiding conventionally grown food from the dirty dozen

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