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Wool and Cashmere Sweaters
Question from Stacey Hi Debra, I’ve seen some merino wool and cashmere sweaters that I would like to purchase. However, I wonder if these sweaters are safe, or do I have to worry about any kind of “finish” or treatment on such “natural” fiber sweaters? Debra’s Answer I’ve purchased many cashmere sweaters and I’ve never […]
February 29, 2016
Organic Fast Food Restaurant to Open in Miami
Inspired by his son’s battle with Type 1 diabetes, NBA All-Star Ray Allen and his wife, Shannon, a cooking show host, are opening Grown, an organic fast food restaurant in Miami in March. If you want to visit: 8211 S. Dixie Hwy, Miami, Florida MIAMI HERALD: Ray Allen opening organic fast-food eatery Our Santa Fe […]
Is My Flooring Toxic?
Question from Michelle Hi Debra, I have purchased, but not installed, morning star bamboo flooring. Now I’m reading that’s it’s possibly toxic, but cannot find any I formation on the product online. I was just wondering if you could direct me where to go to seek the info I need? I would like to know […]
February 25, 2016
Skin Absorption of Aluminum from Aluminum Oxide Finish on Flooring?
Question from Sarah Padron Hi Debra, Hello, I was wondering if you know about the prefiniahed hardwood floors that have been treated with aluminum oxide. Can children, and adults, absorb the tixins through the skin? And would it be problematic? Thanks. Debra’s Answer Here’s a relevant response from consultant Mary Cordaro, who is very knowledgeable […]
Affordable Nontoxic Carpet
Question from Richard Hi Debra, Thank’s for keeping up the great website. I have a question about carpet. I’m planning on renting some space in a commercial building. The custom is to use carpeting in the hallways and office spaces. It’s understood that the area of the building under consideration needs and will get new […]
Lumber Liquidators
On Monday, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) announced that certain types of laminate flooring made by Lumber Liquidators have a greater risk of causing cancer or other health problems than previously thought. I would just like to add two things. One is that this is not all flooring made by Lumber Liquidators, only the […]
Hairprint
A hair color that restores gray hair to it’s natural color, rather than stripping color and then applying an artificial coal-tar dye. It’s odor-free, hypoallergenic, and you can eat it too! All ingredients are disclosed and explained. Their patented formula takes natural ingredients and creates eumelanin, the pigment that colors all brown and black hair. […]
Tags: Made in USA, natural, Non Toxic, Renewable
February 23, 2016
NutriGold
A full line of dietary supplements that are organic, non-GMO, whole-food, food-sourced, fair-trade, sustainable, soy-free, gluten-free, kosher, and vegan, manufacturers to industry-defining quality standard without the premium price tag. Closest distance from source to shelf—sourced, processed, and manufacturers in the USA.
Tags: Made in USA, non-toxic, Organic, Renewable
Organic Pure Foods
Premium raw organic chia seeds and oils,”carefully selected for purity and high nutritional content. We painstakingly evaluate and test hundreds of thousands of pounds of chia seeds, choosing only the best. We directly participate in the field to-table process of growing and bringing this premium seed to your family. All our chia seeds are carefully […]
Tags: Made in USA, non-toxic, Organic, Renewable
Pines Wheatgrass
Highest quality wheatgrass grown with exceptional methods. Grown in PINES rich glacial soil on certified organic family farms that receive plenty of natural rainfall so that irrigation is not necessary. Computerized facilities produce green superfood powders using ambient temperatures to maintain the peak nutrition of fresh wheatgrass. All their green superfoods are packaged in dark […]
Tags: Made in USA, non-toxic, Organic, Renewable
Närä Natural Tooth Cleansing Powder
This tooth powder was highly recommended to me by a reader I’ve known for many years. It’s basically salt and baking soda plus the dental benefits of xylitol, combined with herbs, spices, and citrus fruits.
Tags: Made in USA, Non Toxic, Renewable
Is Air Pollution Making You Fat?
A new study—appearing in the March issue of the Journal of the Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology (FASEB) —found laboratory rats who breathed Beijing’s highly polluted air gained weight and experienced cardio-respiratory and metabolic dysfunctions after only three to eight weeks of exposure. Compared to those exposed to filtered air, pregnant rats exposed […]
Luggage
Question from Sally S Hi Debra, I have been all over the internet and dug through archives, but am having little results looking for luggage. It seems that even those touting ʻeco friendlyʻ are really a typical derailment of fact. If it is made of recycled materials, I question what was in the previous encarnation. […]
Bamboo Charcoal “Air Fresheners”
Question from Elizabeth Hi Debra, I have been reading a lot about Bamboo Charcoal “air fresheners” lately. The products supposedly remove odors, moisture, viruses, VOCs,etc. A 200 gram bag is supposed to be good for a 90 square foot area. I am interested however I am not clear as to how a linen bag of […]
Mouth Guard Material
Question from Janelle Hi Debra, My husband and I have recently become more concerned about all the plastic in our environment. We are particularly concerned about the night guard that his dentist has him wear because he grinds his teeth at night. I’m wondering about the safety of the night guard. I tried calling the […]
Saffiano Leather Handbag
Question from Stacey Hi Debra, I am searching for a new leather handbag and wonder about the different leathers. First, I wonder if a “quilted” leather bag contains a synthetic batting to make the quilted appearance. I also discovered a type of leather called “saffiano leather” which is a textured leather with some sort of […]
The Sweet Farm
Naturally fermented sauerkrauts made with nothing but organic (local when possible) vegetables, sea salt, and spices. “Our traditional fermentation methods produce fresh, crisp and tangy krauts that pair well with just about any meal. In addition to their great taste, our krauts are full of probiotics, beneficial bacteria that help nourish your digestive system.” If […]
Tags: Made in USA, non-toxic, Organic, Renewable
February 16, 2016
Berry Good Organics
Kits to make organic elderberry syrup, an all-natural traditional remedy proven to work. “Contrary to other elderberry kits, mine are infused with all natural, organic ingredients that enhance its function. With added bonuses such as Organic ginger root, Organic clove, Organic goji berries, Organic turmeric powder, Organic cinnamon, and Organic star anis, mixed with the […]
Tags: Made in USA, Non Toxic, Organic, Renewable
Livliga Dinnerware
Elegant portion control dinnerware made of sustainable and durable porcelain. Attractive designs make it easy to put controlled portions on a plate and have it look appealing. Dinnerware is “lead free” and uses only FDA approved, food-safe inks for the decoration.
Tags: non-toxic
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