Carbon-free Water Filter?
Question from Star I seem to react badly to carbon, but am also allergic to something (possibly pesticides) in my tap water (Berkeley, CA) so I want to buy a counter-top or portable filter without carbon. Any ideas? Thanks! Debra’s Answer There are no water...Lose Weight With Garcinia Combogia
Question from Cool girl I read about losing weight in 28 days with Garcinia Combogia. I also read in the link that Racheal Ray tried this on her own. How reliable is this product? Is it safe to take? I’m trying to lose 25 pounds. Any suggestion in this regard...Odor on Leather Shoes
Question from Mary A. Help! My husband stepped in gas while at the gas station…he was wearing rubber soled, leather shoes. How can we get rid of the horrible odor ?? Debra’s Answer I would put them out in the sun for a few days, sole side up. If that...Tips for Safer Clothing from Washington Toxics Coalition
I’m passing this along to you from Washington Toxics Coalition… Are you buying back-to-school clothing to replace the worn out and the outgrown? Under the Children’s Safe Products Act, toxic metals, phthalates and formaldehyde were reported to the...Is Boric Acid Safe?
Question from E. Hi Debra, What are your thoughts on flame retardants in natural insulation? I’m trying to fill cracks around a doorway inside my house with a natural type of batting but I’ve noticed all the natural options (sheep’s wool,...Tableware and Flatware
Question from Brenda Alexander What kind of flatware is the most non toxic without heavy metal contamination? Also, What brand of tableware–plates and dishes are the most safe? Is pyrex safe to eat off of? Thanks, Brenda Alexander brenda@wwdb.org Debra’s...Airocide Air Cleaner
Question from Angelique Someone on one of my MCS groups is gushing with praise about this expensive air purifier. Do you or any of your readers know anything about it, or have any experiences with it? It’s called Airocide. Debra’s Answer I have no personal...OK to Line My Kitchen Shelves With Cork?
Question from Bruce For a rental home with particle board kitchen cabinet shelves, (the particle board is 11 years old and likely mostly offgassed), does anyone know if cork is safe for lining shelves and drawers? Williams-Sonoma sells some. Okay for...Dye in Blue Jeans
Question from Orsolya Dear Debra, All the clothing what we wear is made from 100% natural fibers. I say no to synthetics it is the way we decided to live. (same goes for cosmetics, cleaning staff…etc.) For my baby I bought unbleached, undyed or low impact dyed...
