Common Weedkiller Ingredient Harms Gut Bacteria and Multiple Organs: Study

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By Cristen Hemingway JaynesJul 8, 2025, 9:23 pm97 ptsTrending
The toxic chemical diquat, an ingredient used in place of glyphosate in weedkillers in the United States, has been found to cause multiple types of damage to organs and kill gut bacteria, according to new research. Diquat is sprayed extensively on orchards and vineyards, and its use has increased as…

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