How do I disinfect feathers?
Question from Violet56 I collect found white feathers, from seagulls. I am hesitant to use them for my creative projects as I would like to know how to disinfect them. I worry that they may contain microscopic parasites, insects etc……Does anyone have any...Which plastic toys are safe?
Question from JackieStonberg My son is six months old and he has been given some plastic toys. I am trying to figure out which to keep and which to remove. I understand that any plastics marked with “PC,” “#7,” and “3” are unsafe. I...Fermenting Peppers
Question from 2Green Hi Debra, First time post. My family, every year ferments peppers to make a pepper paste to add to our food as we cook. Because we add salt to the peppers, we use these peppers instead of salt during cooking. The amount of salt is 1kg per bushel...Unused gas fireplace in house OK?
Question from Mary Beth Hi Debra, I have learned so much from your website , especially your insight about toxins in ourworld and how they can affect us. I need some advice about a question I have concerning a house my husband are thinking of renting. We are trying to...Water Bottle: Plastic or Metal?
Question from guspvt Hi Debra! I go to the gym frequently and I’m not allowed to take a glass bottle with me. In this case, should I go with plastic or stainless steel (like Klean Kanteen)? I know they can leach chemicals and metal, respectively, into the water,...levcoware cookware
Question from Ana Skarsten Is Levcoware cookware safe to use? It was made in Japan and very old. Debra’s Answer It looks like this is just regular enamelware. In general, enameled cookware is not toxic. I just don’t recommend it because it tends to chip,...Metal-free Eco Friendly Wrist Watch
I just think this watch is too cute, in addition to having environmental benefits. I haven’t worn a wristwatch for years because the metal gives my wrist a rash. This watch features a corn resin case, bezel and buckle attached to a certified organic cotton green...Natural sea shells
Question from lindaann36 Hi, i was just wondering if you would be able to tell me where i could purchase real, natural sea shells from an actual beach. I do not live anywhere near the water so i can not find them myself. The local craft stores in my area sell plastic...Bromine Swimming Pool
Question from chantallepieu I read the information you provided regarding your hydrogen peroxide swimming pool. Thank you so much for making your research data available to us. If I ever buy a pool, I will know what to use to safely keep the pool clean. In the...
