What is an Organic Mattress?
Last week, the Organic Trade Association (OTA) and the Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) issued a joint Fact Sheet regarding the labeling of organic mattresses. In May 2011, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Organic Program (NOP) issued a Policy...Searching for healthy Car Seat Cover
Question from keelyeliz Dear Debra, As a mom to two toddlers (ages 2 & 4), I am frustrated at the research coming out in regards to infant/toddler/booster car seats containing extremely high levels of flame retardants and other toxic chemicals from the EPS foam....More websites
Question from Craig D. Hi, Debra. I found some more websites. http://www.widu.com/ – all natural brushes and combs http://www.organicbouquet.com/ – eco-friendly and organic floral gifts http://www.floracopeia.com/ – pure essential oils, and...Community is the Cure for Chronic Disease
I just received an article about one of the best treatments for chronic disease that I’ve seen in a long time—the use of small community support groups where people help each other make lifestyle changes that improve their illnesses. Dr Mark Hyman MD created...silicone storage containers
Question from RuthAnn Recently Ceramcor has made available silicone collapsible containers for food storage which can go from freezer to stove. Would these be as healthy an option as glass? Currently we try to freeze soups etc. in glass jars, but there is always the...Need nontoxic wood putty
Question from jiwaskow New construction – need to cover nail holes in door trim etc with wood putty. I got wood putty sticks but carpenter says they are too brittle and he wants to use Minwax putty, which has a strong smell for me. Any other ideas, alternatives?...Particle Board on the Walls
Question from 4dyami Hi Debra, I’m about to move into an apartment that has plain particle board on the walls. Will Safecoat safe seal be sufficient for preventing off-gasing into the space? The space has been in this state for the last 10+ years. Thanks! Dyami...What do you think of AFM 3-1 adhesive for floor tiles?
Question from Angelique What do you think of AFM 3-1 adhesive for floor tiles? In an earlier post, you said that tiles in showers (and I presume kitchens) should be only set with a thinset mortar, but is there a brand you prefer? Debra’s Answer I just use the...Plastics, food containers, toys
Question from petercsantoro@yahoo.com I am still confused about plastics. I am not sure which plastics, if any, are safe or recommended. I am trying to slowly weed out the bad plastics in my house and there is a lot. I already asked about the storage containers (#5...
