Question from Jay Dear Debra, we are a military family moving from one place to another, and we are approaching our time to move again. I found a beautiful brand new apartment complex that just opened in april 2012, and the idea of living in a brand new place is very...
Question from Vicki in Oregon Hi Debra Do you know anything about Okabashi Shoes Debra’s Answer Just looking at their website it says: It’s great they are made from recycled material, but recycled doesn’t always mean nontoxic. I called their customer...
Question from Chris Hi Debra! I recently purchased a wool bed from Shepherd’s Dream and am waiting for it’s arrival. I have an ash platform bed from Bedworks of Maine. The slats are unfinished but I find the natural odor of wood bothersome. I have already...
Question from Christal Janis I love Tea but 99% comes from China or Japan. With the toxic conditions in China and the toxic air now in Japan, where can a person get safe tea? Thanks Debra’s Answer “China” and “Japan” are large areas with...
Question from John I have M.C.S. I’m considering moving into a new condo unit that is 3 years old. It’s furnished (model) and no one has ever lived in it. Do you think it’s “safe” at this age or would 5 years be significantly better. I...
Question from nancyk What do you think of the new SmartSilk pillows, comforters, pads,etc. They are certified by the AAFA, which certifies a lot of things I don’t care for and the owner of Smart Silk agrees with me. I have a friend who got the mattress pad and...
Question from Cathy Hello, I have just purchased another of your books as I have found them so helpful through the years. My husband and I are hoping that when he retires in a year or so to move to a more healthy area. I have allergies and chemical sensitivities. My...
Tweet Question from Annie I’ve been using Post-It Notes for years and never had a problem with them. The other day I bought a new package and the notes had an odor for the first time. Did they change their adhesive? Debra’s Answer I’ve been using...
Question from Renee’ I was in my husbands 2010 MKS lincoln yesterday after it had been parked in the direct sun. Upon getting in, the smell was uncomfortable to me and I had to open the windows while driving. After a few hours, I was severly tired and laid on...
Question from Maria Mag I just purchased an antimicrobial toilet seat cover! It is plastic throughout. Are these safe to use? Will this affect skin at all? Debra’s Answer In order to answer this question I would need to know You can try to get this information...