Question from raftergirl My husband and I are relocating.We’ve looked at a log house (out in the country–clean air!) built in 1991. The house is vacant and I seemed fine inside. I smelled the logs outside and didn’t seem to react. There wasn’t...
Question from cymering Dear Debra, ** Sigh ** I am still trying to choose shoes. For me it’s not that hard, but for growing kids… My question to you today is very specific, what do you think about the boots that every kid wants? Uggs, Bearpaw, Emu. They...
Question from Annette Tweedel Hi Debra, Our neighbor had Orkin come on Saturday, September 24 to fog, not spray, for mosquitos with Talstar Professional. They have a lot of property and part of their property goes behind our back yard. Now, since we have complained of...
Question from AnnieC There are some dolls out there that are made of all organic materials on the outside and stuffed with Recycled PET plastic. Here’s the product description: “100% Oeko-Tex certified organic doll Organic clothing Stuffed with 100%...
Question from Melbrecht As a mom of four I appreciate hand me downs and gifts of clothing. I wish I could buy all organic clothing, but can’t all the time. I have been reading about all the chemicals in clothing and am becoming very confused about which brands...
Question from Reenie Hi Debra, Congratulations on your new book. I want to purchase a copy soon as my budget allows! My question is about clothing made with recycled plastic. As I understand it, there would be BPA bisphenol A and perhaps plasticizer like some type of...
Question from AnnieC I was wondering if you’ve found a good stainless steel (or other ‘safe’ material) spray bottle that would be good for storing cleaning products. I use vinegar/water to clean pretty much everything (that’s ok right?) and I...
Question from thedavisfamily Hi Debra, Thanks for your time. I bought a treadmill in July, and it STILL smells horrible – there’s a very strong plastic odor. I haven’t used it yet because of the smell – if it bothers me to be in the same room...
Question from mjule I recently experienced a blow-back from my boiler. I now have a coat of soot all over everything. As I am chemically sensitive, I would to clean up in a way that will not create another problem. Has anyone had any successful experience cleaning up...
Question from krissie Would like to know if anyone has any information on how safe waterbeds are. Including any and all information…..such as magnetic fields, molds, chemicals used to keep mold away in mattress parts, heater safety in regards to body, mattress...