Consumer Reports Warns Not to Eat Romaine Lettuce
Late last week Consumer Reports issued a warning to not eat romaine lettuce. “Over the past seven weeks, 59 people in the U.S. and Canada have become ill from a dangerous strain of E. coli bacteria, likely from eating romaine lettuce. In the U.S., the infections...My New Space Heater
Every winter the question of space heaters seems to come up. Most heaters you will find on store shelves are made with plastic housings, which is the worst choice because heat will cause the plastic to outgas into the air. I’ve written a number of posts in the past...Resources for Affordable Organic Fabrics & Upholstering Materials
You can make a cushion for a charming window seat like this using ORGANIC upholstery materials. Question from Sabrina Hi Debra, First of all, thanks for all of your wonderful information and advice over the last…Gosh, I don’t know how many years! Eight? You’ve...UV system in air conditioner OK for MCS?
Hi Debra, Anyone with mcs have a UV system for their air conditioner? It is supposed to help prevent odors and mold, and my ac company is trying to persuade me to get it, but I know many years ago I read it is not good for an mcser. A friend of mine had it and had to...EWG’s New Healthy Home Guides
Environmental Working Group has released a set of Healthy Home Guides. It’s the first time they have addressed exposure to chemicals in the home as a whole. Rather than being comprehensive, these guides offer simple advice on avoiding less than a dozen...Co-workers with Fragrance
Question from Sus D Hi Debra, I work with people who have worked with me when I contracted fragrance allergies, they refuse to stop using their fragranced lotions and work in my office before I get there. We have a policy addressing this but isn’t enforced even...How I Found My New Refrigerator
Larry and I have been living with his mom and two siblings for the past two months, and it had become abundantly clear that a standard refrigerator would not hold enough food for five adults with varying food preferences. So we decided to get a small “apartment size”...Lead Paint on Glass Kettle
Question from Kaila Hi Debra, I recently purchased a glass kettle by Trendglas Jena to replace my old kettle and avoid leeching metals. Sadly, I didn’t see your comment on lead in the markings on the outside before I bought it, otherwise I would have...Organic and Pesticide-Free Christmas Trees, Wreath and Greenery
Every Christmas I look for organic Christmas trees, wreaths and greenery. In the past they have been difficult to find, but last year I have quite a few. Some of these are from Debra’s List, others I’m not adding only because they are seasonal. This is last...
