A more recent study conducted in 2021 linked glyphosate to an increased risk of NHL. According to this study, exposure to glyphosate has a 41% risk of causing mutations in human chromosomes, which can lead to NHL.

Currently, neither the EPA nor the European Food Safety Agency links glyphosate to cancer in humans. Conversely, the International Agency for Research on Cancer, a branch of the World Health Organization (WHO), states glyphosate is “probably” carcinogenic to humans.

Roundup weed killer is linked to non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL). Furthermore, glyphosate could be an endocrine disruptor, according to research on the subject. The chemical has also been linked to birth defects, liver disease, kidney disease, and reproductive problems.

Roundup's herbicidal ingredient, glyphosate, has been deemed carcinogenic and specifically connected to non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL) and large B-cell lymphoma.

Natural Roundup alternatives use soaps, oil or acid to kill weeds, but some other options use salt, vinegar or boiling water. These safe alternatives to Roundup can be effective if used properly.

Swallowing products with glyphosate can cause increased saliva, burns in the mouth and throat, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Fatalities have been reported in cases of intentional ingestion. Pets may be at risk if they touch or eat plants that are still wet with spray from products containing glyphosate.

Products containing glyphosate may cause eye or skin irritation. People who breathed in spray mist from products containing glyphosate felt irritation in their nose and throat. Swallowing products with glyphosate can cause increased saliva, burns in the mouth and throat, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.

Roundup Risks Research on Roundup and cancer is still evolving, but studies show some evidence that exposure to high levels of glyphosate may increase the risk of developing non-Hodgkin lymphoma among people exposed to the chemical over long periods of time.

There are two main types of lymphoma: non-Hodgkin lymphoma and Hodgkin lymphoma. But within these two broad categories, there are many additional subtypes. At this time, scientists have identified more than 90 different subtypes of lymphoma.

There are two main types of lymphoma:

• Hodgkin lymphoma.
• Non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL)

Is Roundup Safe to Use? According to the EPA, there are “no risks of concern to human health from current uses of glyphosate” if products are used as directed.

Several countries have restricted or banned the use of glyphosate because of its link to an increased risk of cancer. Glyphosate is the active ingredient in a number of herbicides, including Roundup.