New Study Shows People Would Buy Green Products—If They Had Enough Information
A new study, published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, notes that Internet-based companies have the opportunity to help the environment if they would just tell consumers about their environmentally friendly choices. Researchers found...How I Removed Mystery Odor from Apartment
Last week I wrote about how I helped a client furnish their new apartment with toxic free furniture. This week I want to tell you how we removed a very strong odor from the apartment, even though we couldn’t determine exactly what it was. It seemed to me that...False Claim From Mattress Maker
What’s wrong with this picture? There’s something known as “false and misleading advertising” and it’s all over this snip from the Tuft & Needle website. First, it gives the impression that Tuft & Needle mattresses are nontoxic and even substantiates...Brands With BPA-Free Cans
There are now 31 brands using BPA-free cans. Thanks to Environmental Working Group for putting together this list: Add...Hand Held Shower Heads
Question from Cathleen Hi Debra, Hi. Love your website & all the info. I suffer from many illnesses & sensitvities, including MCS. I am in desperate need of a new hand-held shower head, that is latex-free & preferably USA made. Can you recommend a...Cat Scratching Posts and Climbing Structures Made Without Carpet
Modular cat climbing structure made from paper at Katris Question from MaryJo Hi Debra, I am concerned about the recent article in the New York Times about the link between flame retardants and the rise in feline hyperthyroidism. I am trying to find scratching...Throw Pillows
Handwoven organic cotton decorative pillows stuffed with kapok from Coyuchi Question from TA Hi Debra, I’m wondering what you recommend for throw pillows. I’d like to replace the old, synthetic ones we have. What is the best option for the...Experience With Avoiding PVC Medical Bags and Tubing?
Question from Colleen Hi Debra, I need to have a colonoscopy and may have to have other surgery. I have reactive airway disease and asthma which is triggered by vinyl shower curtains. They are made with DEHP which is also in IV bags, tubing, etc that the...Furnishing A Toxic-Free Apartment
For the past few weeks a lot of my time has been occupied with helping a consulting client furnish a nontoxic apartment for her son, who has multiple chemical sensitivities (MCS). She asked me to help her choose furniture, bedding, and air and water filters. I...
