Laptop Computer
Question from Sherry Any suggestions for a laptop computer that doesn’t outgas much. Thank you for any help you can give. Lisa’s Answer There is a very helpful resource called the Green Electronics Council. “Purchasers can search for electronics based...More Sources for Non-Toxic Clothing
I’ve gotten a lot of comments and questions about my posts on toxins in clothing and where to find non-toxic clothing. It occurred to me that some readers may not be aware that Debra’s List currently profiles over 80 companies that sell all, or predominantly,...Portable Air Purifier
Question from Karen I have been looking at the IQ Air Atem personal space air purifier: https://www.iqair.com/us/support/tech-specs/atem-desk Do you have any experience with this? I would like to use it in our car (offgassing new car chemicals) and hotel rooms. Lisa’s...Organic Pillow
Question from Andi I always have trouble getting a pillow to stop smelling strong. This one is from Janice’s and they aired out the stuffing for a week. I also have trouble with the smells of pillows from White Lotus , so it is not any particular store, it is the...Air Purifier- Bissell air320
Question from Bonnie Just saw an ad for a new purifier called the Bissell Lifestyle Air 320. Wondering if you have heard of it or if anyone here has tried it. Thanks. Lisa’s Answer I don’t have personal experience with it. After a quick look, it appears to be a...Denim Jeans
Question from Bonnie Thanks for the recent coverage on non toxic clothing. It was helpful. Just wondering if anyone has been able to find denim jeans ? Lisa’s Answer Rawganique has organic cotton and hemp jeans. They seam to be discontinuing many styles so act...Styrofoam
Question from Judy More on styrofoam please. I have orchids on windowsills that are terrazzo and very cold in the winter. I’ve put styrofoam boards from a craft store on top for their protection. Should I be worrying about this particular application? Lisa’s...Air Purifier for MCS- no carbon
Question from NIT I’ve tried two air purifiers and they unfortunately exacerbate my symptoms, particularly in the sinuses. I believe the problem is the carbon. I get similar symptoms when using a nose filter with carbon in it. Are there are any alternative air...Yeast-Like Smell from Air Purifiers
Question from JP My doctor prescribed an Austin Air for my MCS in 2005. It emitted a yeast-like smell, but I thought it was normal. Then, I purchased a smaller Austin Air and the air was mega fresh. I could tell instantly when I shut it off for a few hours and then...
