Currently, there are no labeling requirements for you to tell if a product contains weaponized nanoparticles.

https://www.shepherdsheart.biz/single-post/2017/08/02/Nanoparticles-the-New-Arms-Race

August 2, 2017
 
 

 


What is the newest weapon in the global arms race?  Nanotechnology.
 
 
Nanoparticles are in everything from your food, body products, plants, medication, fabrics, and most everyday household items. The danger with nanoparticles is that they are invisible to the eye.  They are also a powerful weapon which creates a 'new type of destruction' never seen before.
 
Currently, there are no labeling requirements for you to tell if a product contains weaponized nanoparticles. 
 
 
Nanotechnology is often referred to as a “dual-use” technology in that most of the legitimate uses of the technology could also be misappropriated.
 
 
 
The US, Russia, China, Iran and other countries are escalating the integration of nanotechnology at an alarming rate. Traditional international biological and chemical treaties have holes in them which can be exploited. Proponents for nanotechnology are advocating a 'whole-community' approach to get an unsuspecting public to embrace the technology through 'responsible research' and innovation involving researchers, citizens, policy makers and organizations working together to improve research and innovation outcomes aligning with global societal values and expectations.
 
 
 
Nanotechnology is a weapon.  It is probably not on your radar.  This technology is so threatening you best learn about what you can do to protect yourself and your loved ones.  Mitigation is in its infancy but there are ways you can utilize to reduce your vulnerability.
 
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