Is glyphosate (Roundup) the reasons why some people are more susceptible to COVID-19?

Glyphosate is a herbicide that some consider to be one of the most toxic chemicals in the world if used improperly. Some scientists now think glyphosate may be the reason why some people become seriously ill from COVID-19 and others not at all. This hypothesis is not scientifically substantiated and there are not even any solid laboratory studies that can support it.

The reason why COVID-19 is more common in some population groups must be sought in genetic mutations that exist in these population groups. But the cause of those genetic mutations is not glyphosate. Of course, the use of glyphosate must be done with the necessary precautions.

Source: https://www.efsa.europa.eu/en/efsajournal/pub/4302

Author: Prof. Dr. Dirk Devroey - Latest update: 2022-12-01 - Copyright: Clinifacts 2025