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Question from Anusha I have going above and beyond with ikea to find out about their bamboo shelves and haven’t got any answers back about if they use veneers or is there any toxicity in they clear lacquer finish , and finally I found the Elfa options on...

SmileDirect Club TPU Aligners

Question from Rosie I came across your wonderful website while researching TPU. I’ve been using SmileDirectClub aligners in lieu of braces for over a year and a half to straighten out my teeth . The aligners are in my mouth for about 22 hours a day. I found out...

Cookware

Question from Christine Hi: I just ran across this new non-stick cookware – The Always Pan – and wonder if it’s as healthy to use as the Xtrema cookware line (I purchased. Lisa’s Answer This is coated with ceramic, or gel sol, coating.  I do not recommend it....

Cali Bamboo Vinyl Plank Flooring

Question from Christina Hello! I have been researching and driving myself crazy trying to find a safe flooring. We have vinyl peel and stick squares in our kitchen (they’ve been there since we bought the house 13 yrs ago) I’m sure they are done off gassing...

Safe Lighting

Question from Cynthia I am looking for a safe sofa lamp and bedside lamp.  Are there any manufacturers that you recommend? I have chronic Lyme disease, “sick building syndrome”, reactive airway disease and more. Also, what about light bulbs?...

Carbon Steel Cookware

Question from LM I looked on the site and did not find anything about carbon steel cookware. Apparently it’s  a “perfect hybrid of a cast iron skillet and a stainless steel frying pan. It has a cast iron’s heat retention, seasoning, and non-stick...

Dental Floss

Question from Patricia I hesitated in bothering you but I am frustrated with not getting answers to questions regarding dental floss. After reading about the dangers of Pafs Teflon coatings on floss I am trying to find a brand to purchase that is organic and chemical...

Micro Sanded Bed Sheets

Question from Bonnie I found bed sheets on the bed,bath,& beyond website. The description states micro sanded. What does that mean? Sanded with what? It does not list the manufacturer. Lisa’s Answer Sandwashing is a process in which the fabric is put in a...

Asian Countries

Question from Debbie Looking for references for nontoxic flatware and pots and pans made anywhere except Asian countries Lisa’s Answer You can look at my Ultimate Guide to Non-Toxic Cookware.  Many of the companies listed manufacture in the U.S. or France.  While I am...

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.