What is Paraquat Used for and Why is it Banned in So Many Countries?
Paraquat is a non-selective herbicide used on farms, but its acute toxicity makes it incredibly dangerous to humans. There’s enough evidence to suggest that Paraquat exposure increases your risk of Parkinson’s disease and other alarming health defects, such as learning disorders. While dozens of countries have decreased its usage or outright banned Paraquat, the US …