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Furniture Finish for Bed Frame
Question from Inna Hi Debra, I am having a king bed-frame custom-made for me by a couple that does local workworks in Alaska (they use real wood from home depot, but haven’t worked much with people with chemical sensitivities such as myself). I was wondering what readily available finish would be best for someone […]
March 6, 2018
New York Times Columnist Finds Toxics in His Body—How Toxic is Yours?
This week New York Times Op-Ed Columnist Nicholas Kristof wrote about having his urine tested for 10 common toxic chemicals. Even though he had been avoiding some endocrine disruptors for the past decade, his tests still came back back with high levels of four toxic chemicals. Read more about his experience. And if you […]
February 27, 2018
Cleaning May be as Dangerous As Smoking
A 20-year international study conducted by scientists at the University of Bergen in Norway has found that using cleaning products can be as harmful to lung function as smoking 20 cigarettes a day. The authors of the study suggested that exposure to cleaning materials can be detrimental to women’s health in the long term. […]
Beadex Silver Set Lightweight Setting-Type Joint Compounds
Question from Arlene Hi Debra, Have you heard of Beadex Silver Set Lightweight Setting-Type Joint Compounds ? I learned of it on this website. http://greenhomeguide.com/askapro/question/i-am-having-my-breakfast-room-remodeled-i-know-that-premixed-joint-compound-is-toxic-but-is-dry-mix-mixed-onsite-ok I am asking on behalf of a practitioner who has some chemically sensitive clients but is not sensitive herself. I suggested Murco M100, but it is not locally available […]
How Do I Clean Bathroom Mold Without Bleach?
Question from Tania N. Hi Debra, What would you recommend to clean mold in the bathroom? You know that black spots between tiles etc..i hate bleach, even though it works amazing for it .. you just spray and after while its gone.. no scrubbing.. but I want use soemthing non toxic.. but i have […]
Roofing Materials for MCS?
Question from Colleen Hi Debra, I have Multiple Chemical Sensitivity. What kind of roofing materials have other people with MCS used? Did you have any problems with it? We need to replace the sheeting on the entire roof which is usually made of plywood and also need something to replace the shingles. Comments, thoughts, […]
The MTHFR Gene and Detoxification
Question from Sandy Hi Debra, I have just met you and look forward to studying your site. My family, 4 adult children and 7 grandchildren have been diagnosed with the mutated gene MTHFR . My husband is missing one and I am missing the other. One daughter tested is missing both and learned this […]
Looking for Organic Men’s Work Pants
Question from Ron Hi Debra, I am hoping you will be able to help me. First of all, we love your book and it has helped us with going toxic free. It is just disgusting all the chemicals used that are hurting us and the planet. We have done a lot but I need help […]
Are Boots Toxic?
Question from Debbie Hi Debra, I have been working in a shoe store for the last 2 yrs. And i am sick all winter for the last 2 winters. Ihave red sore eyes. Sore throat and sinus infections. Dizziness and no energy. Could the boots be out gasing? They r mostly synthetic. Polyurethane ect. […]
February 13, 2018
Greenguard Certified Ottoman
Tucson Natural Fabric Storage Ottoman Coffee Table. It’s linen and hardwood, but finish and filling is unknown. Question from Jenna J Hi Debra, I just came across your website and cannot believe I didn’t find it sooner. I am so passionate about nontoxic living. I first read The Complete Organic Pregnancy about a year […]
Dutailier Gliders
Question from Teresa Hi Debra, I hope you can help me. There iS a second hand nursery glider by dutailier that I’m interested in that’s from 2008. Not sure if they have flame retardant or not.. if it did could it have off gased by now or is it still harmful to use? Do you […]
Urban Roots Handmade
Handmade-to-order basic clothing for women made from pre-shrunk linen and organic cotton thread. Styles are simple and loose, natural linen and colors. French seams. Wow. These are the clothes I want to wear. Not inexpensive but beautiful. Plastic-free shipping. Sizes P-XL. Also kitchen linens and bath linens.
February 6, 2018
Joyce Farms
This family-owned comapny is dedicated to providing “the finest, most flavorful poultry, beef and game raised on small farms using humane, all natural methods…We raise every single animal with one guiding imperative: that there is nothing added EVER – no pesticides, animal by-products, hormones, growth stimulators or antibiotics. This allows us to produce meats the […]
Olga’s Organics
Beautiful makeup made with USDA certified organic plant-based ingredients that you can actually eat, plus natural minerals. The face powder, for example, is made from arrowroot, cacao powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, bentonite clay, ginger and other organic ingredients. Customer reviews are *****. Affordable prices. I was so pleased with these ingredients that I tried ALL the […]
Sapo Company
A family owned and operated business that offers 100% Natural & Organic Soaps that are made right here in the USA. “Each bar is made with at least 85% organic ingredients and no artificial colors, fragrances, ingredients or preservatives.” Choose from unscented or mostly non-floral scents such as lemongrass, peppermint, shea honey, thyme, and oatmeal […]
WOCA Woodcare
Quality wood care products from Denmark. “We carry everything you need for all of your wood floor finishing needs, repair, and maintenance. Our website contains all of the information you need for wood floor finishing, furniture restoration, or to maintain your floors to a beautiful shine. All of our Finishing Oils are VOC free, plant […]
Vivapura
Raw organic superfoods from around the world. “Here at Vivapura, there are no secrets about how we operate. As a company, we’ve made a huge effort to make our processes transparent. This is very important, because our competitors do not tell you how they source and make their products.”..Vivapure superfoods are ALWAYS RAW. Unadulterated. Nutrient […]
Simply Scrub
Four unique blends of organic ingredients create body scrubs that exfoliate and nourish your skin. Their chocolate body scrub, for example, is made with cocoa nibs, brown sugar, and healing honey. [Read about their organic ingredients here.
Terralite
Candles made from organic coconut oil and rice bran wax, scented with “organic, wildcrafted, pure essential oils and extracts from plants that were grown without the use of pesticides or chemical fertilizers…Our hemp wicks contain absolutely no lead, are not chemically treated, and are braided with pure unbleached cotton.” All candles are white and come […]
Nontoxic Hangers
Question from Kate Hi Debra, Do you have any recommendations for nontoxic hangers? Have you found any wood ones with a nontoxic finish? Can’t seem to find anything! The finishes are all polyurethane finishes and they are generally nickel or chrome plated hooks. Not sure how you feel about the nickel hooks and if they […]
February 5, 2018
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