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Kids Microwavable Non-Toxic Bowls
Question from Marisa First of all, I am LOVING your website and so thankful to have found it! You are a wealth of knowledge. I am slowly converting our home to the best of my knowledge and abilities to be non-toxic. I am wanting to switch our dishes, bowls, cups, etc. I like what I […]
April 7, 2020
Humidifier Product
Question from Becca My parents use a chemical anti-mold liquid in their humidifier. The reservoir is not accessible to clean. What clean products are available? Lisa’s Answer I am not familiar with any. Readers, suggestions?
Brooks Adrenaline Sneakers
Question from Mary I just bought Brooks Adrenaline 19 sneakers. There is a strong smell in them. In the past, I was able to wear this type of sneaker. Do you know what the smell might be? Lisa’s Answer Traditional sneakers can have many materials that produce a smell. I can’t tell specifically what […]
Cooking Utensils
Question from Priya I always confused which cookware is better to cook. Clay , glazed clay , iron, steel , non stick, cast iron with enamel, ceramic (XtremA)or ceramic coating, non stick Oh very confusing . I want to provide healthy dishes to my family . But cookware takes a big part for healthy dishes […]
Zwilling Fry Pan
Question from Sandee Is the Zwilling J.A. Henckels Energy Plus fry pan (with glass lid) safe to use? It has a ceramic nonstick PTFE- and PFOA-free coating called CeraForce Xtreme. Thank you! https://www.zwilling.com/us/zwilling-clad-cfx-10-inch-stainless-steel-ceramic-nonstick-fry-pan-66738-260/66738-260-0.html Lisa’s Answer You can read here about research that shows that quasi ceramic coatings released titanium dioxide nanoparticles into food […]
Air Filter to Use in my Car’s Interior
Question from Catherine I want to put an air filter machine in the cab of my car. What do you recommend? Lisa’s Answer IQAir’s Atem car purifier is a good choice.
Caulk/Sealant
Question from Sharon After looking at your site and comments and several green building sites, I used Novalink 35 to seal the area between the tile and tub in both of my daughter’s rooms. I didn’t go with the AFM Caulk because I noticed you said you didn’t like it very much and I’m sensitive […]
Jelly Bean Rubber Mulch for Swingset
Question from Miriam We’re planning on getting a swingset for our kids and I’d like to install something soft underneath. This looks to be a good option but I’m not sure of the toxicity of it. Does this seem safe to you? https://jellybeanrubbermulch.com/ Lisa’s Answer They are made from the same material used […]
Indoor Air Quality is More Important Than Ever
Covid-19 is a respiratory disease that affects your lungs so now is a good time to be thinking about keeping your lungs, and your overall health, as strong as possible. According to the American Lung Association, air pollution can make the COVID-19 pandemic worse. Since it is a disease affecting the lungs, people who live […]
March 31, 2020
Looking for a Table for Kids
Question from Miriam Looking for a table for our locked-down kiddos to learn! Does this look ok? not sure what the finish is: https://smile.amazon.com/ECR4Kids-Deluxe-Hardwood-Childrens-Preschool-Rectangle/dp/B0012APKU2/ref=sr_1_21?dchild=1&keywords=kids%2Btable&qid=1585162342&sr=8-21&th=1 One reviewer commented: “Super sturdy, heavy, solidly built table, with extra smooth silky table top (without a trace of any finish odor, which gives us peace-of-mind). ” wanted to add to the […]
March 29, 2020
Lodge Cast Iron
Question from Emma i am trying to click on the entry regarding Lodge cast iron skillets, but it doesnt redirect me to more info. what do i need to do.? i saw another entry about cast iron being: PTFE/PFOA/PFOS free….and i am guessing that s what i need to ascertain about the Lodge cast iron skillet? […]
March 24, 2020
Men’s Boxer Briefs
Question from Elizabeth I’m looking for 100% cotton men’s boxer briefs. Any suggestions? Lisa’s Answer Pact and Rawganique are great sources. You can also look at the clothing companies on Debra’s List and read this post and this post on clothing.
Hair Testing for Heavy Metals
There is always a high level of interest among my readers in the health effects of heavy metals, such as lead, mercury, and arsenic, so I I thought I’d share my experience with Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA). HTMA is a laboratory hair test that measures the mineral content in your hair and assesses both […]
March 23, 2020
Immune-Boosting Ginger Turmeric Latte
If you are looking to boost your immune system try this delicious, warming latte. It packs a punch with immune-boosting ingredients that you probably already have in your pantry. 2 cup almond milk (homemade preferred) 1 teaspoon ground turmeric ½ teaspoon cinnamon 1 Tablespoon fresh grated ginger (or ¼ teaspoon ground ginger) Pinch […]
March 17, 2020
Regarding People Towels
Question from Danielle Sad to hear that you didn’t have any information regarding people towels. Can you research an alternative organic towel and could you please provide alternative information in the form of organic cotton towels for cleaning the kitchen Lisa’s Answer I use Coyuchi Organic Waffle Towels as a dishtowel and to […]
March 16, 2020
Humidifier
Question from Shelly I just did a search on the site for information on humidifiers and most of it is quite old. Might you be able to suggest a brand name/model of a good non-toxic humidifier? Lisa’s Answer It’s not something I have recently researched. Readers, suggestions?
Marmoleum
Question from Terry I’ve recently sourced a flooring called Marmoleum. They are click together tiles and planks. No glue needed. Even mentions MCS friendly. Greenbuildingsupply.com Lisa’s Answer This is a good non-toxic option. It contains linseed oil which is non-toxic but does have a smell. I recommend getting a sample first and see […]
Leather Couch
Question from Donna Where to buy chemcially free real leather couch that is affordable. ?? Lisa’s Answer I wish it were as simple as directing you to a store to buy a well-priced model. You can look at Debra’s List for sources for non-toxic couches but they are mostly made-to-order and are expensive. […]
Fabric Frequencies
Question from ECD Can a Wool blanket inside an Organic Cotton Duvet be worn over Linen Sheet on top of the body and still maintain a healthy frequency? Lisa’s Answer I am not familiar with healing frequencies.
Toxics, Food, and Cancer—My Personal Experience
At the beginning of January, I had some alarming symptoms that sent me rushing to the Emergency Room. It was cancer. I was shocked. Being the one person in the world who has probably lived the most nontoxic life for the longest period of time (more than 40 years now), I went through life […]
March 9, 2020
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