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Washers and Dryers
Question from Dalin Do all dryers have the prop 65 warning? I looked at some at Home Depot and I didn’t see the prop 65 label on them.When I was shopping I only saw the prop 65 label on the GE stack combo washer and dryer Which I bought now I’m really worried. Lisa’s Answer […]
May 4, 2020
Ozone Deodorant
Question from Whitney Hello, I hope you’re doing well and staying safe. I was using to it website to find a non toxic deodorant. I came across a post on your website from 2016 about Ozone Deodorant. You sad they don’t us actual ozone, but on video on another site the co-founder does say they […]
Toaster Ovens
Question from Joseph Hi. Thank you for this great website. We are looking to replace a toaster oven and are wondering if you have recommendations. It’s almost impossible to find out if they’re prop 65 compliant. We definitely want stainless steel and NOT non-stick. Thank you for any recs. Lisa’s Answer I am working […]
Aluminum and Toasters
Question from Lisa Hi, I was wondering if you have ever looked into toasters? I have been doing some research and it seems that often the interior part of the toaster where the bread is toasting is commonly made from aluminum which concerns me. Knowing the health concerns of aluminum, this concerned me. I just thought […]
New Air Purifier Reviews: Air Doctor, Airpura and More
I hope you have had a chance to read my new Air Purifier Buying Guide. I received a lot of questions about other air purifiers that were not discussed. The guide is designed so that you can evaluate any air purifier you are considering by comparing the outlined criteria. I did get multiple requests to […]
April 28, 2020
Sur La Table Green Pan
Question from Ron 1) Do you have any further information about the safety of Man Pans? You last wrote about them on 8/6/17 and said: “ “…They say their [new] non-stick finish is Gem-X2, “a two layer sapphire/quartz-like natural mineral finish permanently bonded to our tough aluminum pans. It will not flake, chip or rub […]
Pipes Used in Renovation
Question from Melissa Hi Lisa, thank you for this wonderful resource! We are in the process of a home renovation project, which includes moving our kitchen and several lightly used bathrooms (powder room and guest room/office bathroom). Our contractor was planning to use PEX piping for all incoming water. I know there are concerns about […]
Nylon Shower Curtain
Question from TJG After an exhaustive search for a 100% nylon shower curtain (untreated) I settled for one that some websites touted as having the lease toxic material (Berning). But when I received product which was labeled as 100% nylon, I cross referenced it on manufacturers sight (Carnation Home fashions) and it was classified […]
Pewter
Question from Joyce I have a small teapot, sugar and creamer labeled L.H. Vaughn, Taunton, Mass. In searching I discovered he started in business in 1915. They have not darkened in the 6 years I have had them. Did he use lead in the making of his pewter items? Because they have not darkened […]
April 27, 2020
Best Air Cleaners
Question from Dawn What are the best air cleaners and protection from EMF’s? Lisa’s Answer Here is my Air Purifier Buying Guide. I am not an expert in EMF’s.
Least-Toxic Recliner and Loveseat
Question from Dawn I don’t know what stores in the Pittsburgh area carry non or low toxic reclining furniture and I need to buy some for the new home we plan to be in fairly soon. Lisa’s Answer I am not familiar with local stores in your area. You can check out Debra’s […]
Wunderkids Playmat
Question from Elle I am looking at the play mat with the link below (the website includes some safety reports): https://wunderkids.ca/products/alzipmat Inner: High Density Polyethylene FoamCover: Polyurethane Leather The company states that it is the only playmat cover that is made from *FDA compliant (food contact grade) material. Plus the premium polyurethane leather is […]
April 26, 2020
Portable Air Purifier Buying Guide
There are hundreds of portable indoor air purifiers on the market. Finding the best one for your needs can be a daunting task. Most air purifiers, particularly inexpensive models, only filter particulate matter but do nothing to remove gases, VOCs and odor. If your goal is to remove as many of the most harmful contaminants […]
April 21, 2020
Masks Made of Shop Towels
Question from Irene Hello, with people making do it yourself masks, I have seen that Blue Shop Towels are being recommended as they are considered to block small particles more effectively than any cotton, even if doubled. My concern though is whether they might have a level of toxicity if you are breathing through […]
Waterproof Homemade Masks
Question from Ruthe I’ve been hearing some people are using waterproofing sprays on their homemade masks to prevent contraction and/or spread of COVID. This seems like a really bad idea to me – actually using it to breathe through. Is there any way to safely make a bandana waterproof for breathing through? Lisa’s Answer […]
Non-Toxic Disinfectants for Coronavirus
Question from Audrey Are there any nontoxic recipes to make a disinfectant for the coronavirus? I am allergic to alcohol and many scents so I usually use white vinegar and sometimes tea tree oil, but I have heard they are not strong enough to kill this virus. Would borax and/or iodine be a good […]
Are Air Purifiers Effective Against Coronavirus?
According to Consumer Reports, there is not yet direct evidence that air filtration works to reduce transmission of the novel coronavirus but there is evidence from the SARS virus, which is similar, that air purifiers might help. HEPA filters have the ability to capture 99.97% of particles that are 0.3 microns in diameter. According to […]
April 15, 2020
Non-Toxic Running Shoes
Question from Jason Kinda in a bind here im a guy looking for non toxic sneakers for running and working out in that are seemingly comfortable. However none of the mainstream brands have a shoe good enough imo thats non toxic. I found a couple off of debs older list and was wondering you […]
Turapur
Question from Doodie I just bought a Turapur pitcher, I like it but I taste chlorine in every sip. What is your assessment on this pitcher? Secondly, I bought a Life Ionizer 3 yrs or more ago……it is an under the sink filtering system with its own spout of alkaline & acidic water nozzles. I […]
Spot-X
Question from Sandy I stumbled on your web page from 2012 when searching for Spot-X. I really want to buy more but it seems the maker discontinued. I learned it was made of juglans regia shell. Have you found a replacement item you could recommend to me? Lisa’s Answer It does appear to be […]
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