from Debra Lynn Dadd After making a comment in a recent post about not using paper towels because they contain formaldehyde, I received this shocked email from a long-time reader Debra, I can’t believe that I have been trying to be as toxic free as possible for...
Question from TA I am looking for a waterproof mattress protector to take along while traveling, to protect the bed from any leaks my toddler might have. It seems like the best options I’ve found so far are the “waterproof breathable” mattress...
Question from Patricia Hi Debra, I currently find myself living across a wall from a guy who found a bedbug. His girlfriend who is there most of the time has a roommate who recently brought bedbugs back with her from NY. Their apartment has a full blown bedbug...
Question from Stacey Hi Debra, I purchased an outdoor table made of a “PE faux wood resin.” I have tried researching what exactly could be in this material, and I have come across some sites where the resin could be composed of PE/PP/PVC. Of course the PVC...
Question from Stacey Hi Debra, I purchased a pair of moccasins thinking they would be safer since they are made of suede, sheepskin, EVA/Poron cushioning, but I see they are also “water-resistant.” I contacted UGG Australia and a rep informed me that the...
Question from Beverly I’m looking to buy a huge pot for cooking large batches of food, 21 quarts or even bigger. Ideally, I’d also like to be able to use it as a replacement for my water bath canner so that I don’t have to keep two giant pots around....
Question from Cathy Hello Debra, I’ve been looking everywhere on-line for help with this question, and I just remembered your website. I should have asked you first! I have a new dresser, and I’d like to put some kind of liner in the drawers, to protect...
Question from audrey I am writing for a friend who is looking for a new car and who has mcs. She found a car that she likes but it requires diesel fuel. Do you see any reason that this would be worse if one has mcs instead of using regular gas? She also has seen some...
Question from Angelique A pane in our metal multi-pane window broke. During repair, what kinds of materials do I have to look out for, and what would be best to use? Debra’s Answer Here are complete instructions: Replacing a Pane of Glass on an Aluminum Window...
Question from JD Hi Debra, Let me start off by saying, I think you have done an amazing job in spreading the word and educating people on the dangers of toxicity. You have a wealth of information that can help others to understand and begin to live a toxic-free life....