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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 posts or cat climbing structures that are not made with […]
August 14, 2017
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 “insert” or fill that goes inside the pillow cover? It seems that finding an […]
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 hospital uses. Has anyone dealt with this? […]
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 gave her some choices, and she chose the […]
August 7, 2017
Aardvark
I’m old enough to remember paper straws from the days before everything began to be made of plastic. So I was delighted to see the revival of the paper straw on this website. “ They’re Safe And FDA Food Grade Compliant Approved. Aardvark® only uses materials that are non-toxic, BPA-free and ELEMENTAL chlorine free. In […]
August 1, 2017
Stamba Superfoods
Three award-winning organic superfood blends that make each food more powerful in combination.”What is the force that gives trees the strength to endure the harshness of winter, then foliate, blossom and flower come spring? What is the power held within Earth’s soil that germinates seeds and nourishes them to burst forth into flourishing plants that […]
North Bay Trading
A variety of natural and organic dried and freeze-dried foods for everyday eating and emergency storage. Wild rice, beans, soup mixes, freeze-dried fruits and vegetables.
Earthsake
The very first retailer of natural fiber organic mattresses and bedding – made & grown in the USA. Since 1990, they have offered innerspring mattresses handcrafted from local PureGrow wool and organic cotton inside soft organic covers, along with all natural bedframes and organic bed linens. PureGrow wool fill is naturally fire retardant – so […]
KD Frames
Unfinished platform beds and futon sofa frames crafted from Tulip Poplar. “All of our frames are made of kiln dried Tulip Poplar hardwood grown in responsibly managed Virginia forests. We do not apply chemicals of any kind in our factory, and the wood is smooth, sanded, and unfinished. KD Frames has been in business since […]
Mountain Valley Growers
A good selection of USDA certified organic herb, vegetable, and perennial seedling plants, grown in the Central Valley of California. Available in 3-inch potted plants and 128-plug trays. You’ll find both common and unusual plants here, including sweet stevia.
Chattanooga Butter Co.
Grassfed real cream butter mixed with coconut oil—plain and flavored (honey and cinnamon, roasted garlic, brandy soaked Bordeaux cherry…) “Our cream comes from grass fed cows, making the saturated fats pure and nutrient-rich…We use only extra virgin, refined and filtered coconut oil which is neutral in taste…Since our butters are 100% natural and our fruits […]
Glyphosate in Ice Cream?
Cherry Garcia tested zero for glyphosate Last week an The New York Times published an interesting article about glyphosate in ice cream. Specifically Ben & Jerry’s in the title, but others as well. So should we all stop eating ice cream? Here are the important points for consumers who want to eat ice cream. […]
July 31, 2017
POM Plastic (polyoxymethylene )
Question from Mai Hi Debra, I was wondering if you have any information about POM plastic (polyoxymethylene )? Most of the food processors I’ve found that come with a glass work bowl have POM plastic on the blade unit. Debra’s Answer Here’s the Product Safety Sheet for polyoxymethylene It’s a plastic of the thermoplastic type. […]
Sperm counts in men from industrialized countries have dropped by more than 50 percent in less than 40 years
Could exposure to chemicals be impairing our ability reproduce as a species Researchers from a study done at Hebrew University-Hadassah Braun School of Public Health and Community Medicine in Jerusalem announced last week that sperm counts in men from America, Europe, Australia and New Zealand showed a 52.4 percent decline in sperm concentration and […]
Toxic Free Watch Strap?
Wooden Watch Strap Question from Jonathan Hi Debra, I’ve just discovered your page. It is WONDERFUL. My wife and I are attempting to slowly but surely reduce our toxic levels at home (particularly plastics!) for ourselves and our children, and your site is going to help us a lot for sure! My latest mission is […]
July 26, 2017
The Short List of Rules for Choosing Products
I can’t tell you who wrote this because the person who sent it to me didn’t know, but I felt it was worth passing along. Inspired by Michael Pollan’s Food Rules, here is a short list of guidelines for choosing products—any product. I couldn’t have said it better myself. ELEVEN RULES FOR CHOOSING PRODUCTS […]
The Clean Bedroom
Everything you need to create a toxic-free bedroom all in one place. Organic mattresses and bedding, organic crib mattresses and nursery bedding, and bedroom furniture–nontoxic, chemical-free and hypoallergenic. They provide personalized service to fit the health and comfort needs of each customer. Articles and blog posts provide helpful information for allergy sufferers and patients with […]
Tags: Caters to MCS, Fair Trade, Maine, non-toxic, Organic, Renewable
July 25, 2017
Marketplace: Handwork of India
Really beautiful, colorful clothing made of cotton and other natural fibers in India. All women’s sizes, including plus sizes. “MarketPlace: Handwork of India is a pioneering nonprofit that empowers women in India to break the cycle of poverty, as they become leaders in their work, their homes, and their neighborhoods, and effect lasting change in […]
On the Plus Side
An entire site dedicated to plus sizes for women 1x-8x. “For over 30 years, On The Plus Side has been perfecting the fit and style of our plus size clothing for women. Over 90% of our clothing is made from natural fiber and designed to celebrate your curves.” You’ll need to check fabric content carefully, […]
Hackwith Design House
“Simple, beautiful clothing made in America.” All women’s sizes (choose HDH Plus from the Shop menu for plus sizes). Descriptions do not tell fabrics, but here’s why: “We source most of our fabrics from a local, family-owned fabric store that specializes in run-off and second-hand fabrics in order to cut down on waste while also […]
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