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Building a Non-Toxic Home
Question from Jordan In your “about me” description you mentioned you have built a few homes using nontoxic/low emitting materials. My family and I are going to be building our first home and would like to do the same. I am interested to know how you did this and materials used. So more on […]
September 7, 2020
Dining Chair Emergency
Question from Jordan Congrats and thank you on being a non-toxic expert! I could really use your help. We are in dire straits trying to find dining chairs. We have been looking for several months and still have nothing. We are looking for vegan, organic/non-toxic, sustainable, fairly made chairs that are soft and comfortable. […]
Sheets
Question from Barbara Looking for some no iron safe sheets. What is your recommendation? Thank You Lisa’s Answer Sheets that are labelled as “wrinkle free” or other no iron claims should be avoided because they often contain formaldehyde. I always recommend GOTS certified organic sheets. I have found that flannel sheets require the least ironing […]
Dental Office Scented
Question from Bonnie Last year my dentist office had very strong smelling “natural” air freshner. They were using a small pulg in tabletop machine in each room that had a mist coming out of it. I think they said it was one of the eseential oils. I told them even the essential oils were harmful […]
Matchbox and Hot Wheels Cars
Question from Miriam My quick question is: have you ever investigated Matchbox cars or Hot Wheels? My longer question, which I know may have to wait, is: How do I research this? Leadsafemama.com says they’re safe as of the last 20-30 years (from lead) but I found an article from 2015 that says they were found to […]
August 25, 2020
Air Fryers
Question from Catherine Hello, I recently came across your site and so happy that I did !I would like to purchase a air fryer and would like to know your opinion . I had my eye on a air fryer that QVC is selling but I saw that it had a California warning label. Are […]
August 24, 2020
Sofa
Question from Shelly Do you onow anything about the daniel sofa from four seasons? My daughter is toxic week from aldehyde and we moved and I haven’t really found the source of it but now it might be our bedroom furniture so I can paint that will save seal but I’m wondering if I need […]
Electric Glass Kettle
Question from Kate I have metal allergies, including to nickel and chromium. I REALLY miss my electric kettle. There are electric kettles w foodgrade 304 stainless steel (which i understand contains nickel and chromium) bottom and lid and borosilicate glass sides and lip (eg ASCOT). Q: Does boiling water leach nickel and chromium from stainless […]
Bathtub
Question from Tracie Sorry to bother you but i have looked for info and have had no luck on what tub to get because i cant afford to much. i was wondering if i got one that is plastic with a acrylic coat if it would work because a full acrylic tub just cost to […]
Toxic-Free Desk and Chairs
Question from Elizabeth Thank you so much for your awesome work and resources!! I’m wondering if there are any specific brands that you would recommend for a toxic free chair and desk? Lisa’s Answer It’s hard for me to answer that without a better understanding of your budget and just how “toxic -free” you […]
Pottery Barn Whitney Desk
Question from KHedden Does the Pottery Barn Whitney Corner Desk contain VOCs? I am trying to “de-tox” my bedroom and I was told that Pottery Barn Furniture is toxic!! Lisa’s Answer I can’t tell you the level of VOCs but there are some clues about the relative toxicity of the item. The good news is […]
Janice’s
Question from Annique I noticed an older question about Janice’s in Hartford, CT by people wondering if the company was still in existence. I called Janice’s & learned they are still open for business. Their website isn’t currently available, but they do have a mail out catalog. I found these phone numbers online: Phone: 800-526-4237 […]
Affordable Storage
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 container store but they are Epoxy-bonded steel […]
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 from the company that they are […]
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. You can read more about it in […]
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 (no smell what so ever now) we are looking […]
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? Recommendations? Lisa’s Answer Incandescent light bulbs are the safest choice. For lighting, I don’t have specific […]
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 properties and stainless steel’s heat control, lightness and cooking speed.” Is it […]
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 free. I threw my Oral B glide in the […]
August 13, 2020
Sprays in Stores
Question from Karen Does anyone else react to disinfectant sprays used in stores during this virus? Lisa’s Answer Readers?
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