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Is it Safe to Use Hand Sanitizers?

Debra wrote a guest post this week in response to a friend who asked her what hand sanitizer to use to protect against the coronavirus.  I wanted to build on the topic a bit more because this has been on my mind recently.  I spent many years when my children were...

Hand Sanitizer for Coronavirus

Question from Terry What hand sanitizer is the least harmful and would be strong enough for the virus?   Debra's Answer (guest answer from Debra Lynn Dadd) Here is a page recommending hand sanitizers for coronavirus. I don’t know if they actually did any research...

Portable Cooktop

Question from Jeana I'm looking for a least-toxic portable cooktop. My current one is still working so it's not urgent yet, but is on its last legs. If anyone has looked into this, I'd love to hear what you found out! My last two I've used are both Waring Professional...

Fabric for Truck Seat Cover

Question from Karen Do you have any recommendations for fabric/material for truck seat covers? We need fabric or leather that does not off gas.   Lisa’s Answer I recommend Two Sisters Ecotextiles.  All of their products are free of harmful chemicals.  You can...

Toaster Ovens

Question from Shirley Which toaster oven is safe to use?   Lisa’s Answer I have not done a full evaluation of toaster ovens.  It is challenging and time-consuming, and sometimes impossible, to accurately evaluate appliances because manufacturers are often unable...

Lead and Glass

Question from Dee Hi there I am really at a loss. My baby is 10 months old and a couple of months ago for some reason I was looking at plastic and toxins and it's heightened my anxiety. I am very scared about everything my baby has been exposed to and scared about his...

Oven Liner

Question from Ruth I have MCS. Would like to find a 'safe' oven liner. What is available from Amazon is a non-Teflon material which I don't think would be good even though the company says it doesn't have a smell. What do you recommend? Might a silicone kitchen mat be...

Mattress Protector

Question from Suzie I’m looking to find out what waterproof mattress protectors are least toxic for my daughter’s bed. I bought one from a reputable company made of organic cotton and what I assumed was a P.U.L.  waterproof membrane. When I arrived it smelled that...

Lazyboy Type of Chair

Question from Kris I need a chair where I put my legs up above my heart. I went through the furniture you have listed but unable to find any.   Lisa’s Answer I am not aware of any lazyboy-type chair that is non-toxic.  This type of chair is typically filled with...

Laundromat Help

Question from Bonnie I need to go to a laundromat to wash the mattress covers, large comforters etc in my home. I have a small space older washer and dryer so can not do it. Any advice on how to do that? I use all unscented stuff but am worried about the machines...

ARE TOXIC PRODUCTS HIDDEN IN YOUR HOME?

Toxic Products Don’t Always Have Warning Labels. Find Out About 3 Hidden Toxic Products That You Can Remove From Your Home Right Now.