Today’s children are sicker than children were two generations ago. 
From learning disabilities and autism to childhood cancers and more, a startling number of diseases and disorders are on the rise. And the science leaves little room for doubt: pesticides and other toxic chemicals are contributing to our kids getting sick, and these chemicals can have cascading effects that last for generations.
The good news is, this is a problem we can do something about. From kitchen tables to state capitals, from school districts to family farms, people are finding ways to better protect children's health. It's time to roll up our sleeves and get to work. See our Top 10 list below to find out how you can help protect kids from pesticides. Today.
Children are in harm's way
Pediatricians have understood for decades that children interact with their environment much differently than adults. Infants and children have speedier metabolic rates, which means they take in more water, food and air. Their bodies are also less able to detoxify and expel harmful chemicals.
In short, a child is absorbing a higher load of pesticides at a time when his or her body is least equipped to protect itself.
In short, a child is absorbing a higher load of pesticides at a time when his or her body is least equipped to protect itself.
Here are just some of the many pathways of exposure putting our children in harm's way:
