Why are synthetic pesticides bad? The term synthetic is defined as: ‘something that is produced artificially; devised or fabricated to imitate or replace usual realities’. It describes something that does not exist in Nature but is instead man-made. Why are synthetic pesticides bad? Because they upset the balance of Nature. Within the natural world, there … Continue reading »
Jun
05
What Are GMOs? Why Are GMO Crops Dangerous?
What are GMOs? GMOs are Genetically Modified Organisms that do not exist in Nature. They are man-made crops and other organisms created by scientists who have taken existing species and replaced parts of the DNA with pesticides and other synthetic ingredients. This is not mutation or cross-breeding – it is selective engineering of genetic material … Continue reading »
May
25
March Against Monsanto
Today is May 25th, 2013 and I will be participating in a March Against Monsanto in my hometown of Beaufort, SC. (Here are details of our particular March). I have been asked to speak about GMOs or genetically modified organisms to help educate the public about the dangers of GMOs and why it is so … Continue reading »
May
15
Neurological Diseases Caused By Synthetic Pesticides
ADHD, Autism, Alzheimer’s, Depression, Learning Disabilities, etc. – these are all neurological problems of dis-ease. They are instances where the brain function is compromised. Why are these conditions more and more common? And why would Greenbug that offers safe, green and natural pest control products care about neurological disease? Because of man-made, unnatural, synthetic pesticides. … Continue reading »
Mar
13
The Dangers of Synthetic Chemical Pesticides & How to Avoid Them
We live in a world of man-made chemicals including pesticides. While some inventions are beneficial, there is an undercurrent of bad outcomes from being around chemicals that are synthetic and not natural. Greenbug exists to combat that. Find out some main sources of exposure. In particular, pesticides are prevalent in all aspects of our lives … Continue reading »
Mar
03
Why Are Pollinators Important?
Pollinators are the catalyst for our food supply and we need food. Pollinators are primarily honey bees and butterflies and they are being seriously threatened by synthetic, chemical pesticides. Should we care? Absolutely! This is very basic, elementary school information but somehow the significance of honey bees and butterflies seems to fade in the public’s … Continue reading »
Dec
03
Ways to Reduce Bugs in the Yard Using Natural Pest Control
Here is a video on natural pest control options to reduce the bugs in your yard. Ways to Reduce Bugs in the Yard Using Natural Pest Control
Nov
19
Synthetic Pesticides Are Slowly Killing Us
A pesticide is defined as “a chemical preparation for destroying pests”. The key word here is ‘destroy’ which is to injure beyond repair; annihilate; extinguish; kill. This is a black and white issue here – a pesticide is not used to make pests slightly uncomfortable and to kindly encourage them to go elsewhere, it is … Continue reading »
Nov
16
Home Pesticides Cause Numerous Poisonings Each Year
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently shared that accidental poison deaths have steadily increased since 1992. These fatal poisonings are caused by toxic products used in homes and a large portion of these products are pesticides. Here are some of the findings released by the CDC: • Each day, 87 individuals in … Continue reading »
Nov
16
You’ve Got Pests and Need a Natural Solution – Greenbug is the Answer
You’ve got pests and you want them gone. You are motivated by Green Living standards but you want these pests gone yesterday. What to do? Use a natural pest control solution that is safe and effective. But isn’t that a bit of an oxymoron? If it is green and natural, does it really kill and … Continue reading »