Question from stacy devivo We are getting ready to install an above ground pool. We are trying to make the pool as safe as possible and want to avoid harsh chemicals like chlorine. We were contemplating getting a salt based system but found out the byproduct is still...
Question from andigirl Just wondering how to clean my car, clean the rugs and everything without using chemicals? I want so much to take it to get done but because of my sensitivities I dont think I should. If anyone could help me I would greatly apprechiate...
Question from Gigi Debra, I am in need of furniture polish in order to polish geniune wood paneling, book shelves and wooden beams throughout my family room. I have MCS so I refuse to use Pledge, etc. I read the section in your book regarding homemade furniture...
Last week I had the pleasure of attending the CleanMed 2010 conference in Baltimore. More than 500 healthcare professionals came to learn how to make their practices and facilities less toxic and more green. I’m happy to report there was a high level of interest...
“Thousands of everyday products and materials containing radioactive metals are surfacing across the United States and around the world. Common kitchen cheese graters, reclining chairs, women’s handbags and tableware manufactured with contaminated metals...
Question from mylittlestar I just recently found this site and it has been a great source of information! I am curious is anyone has any suggestions for a safe economical sofa? I looked at some of the sites on the GreenList, but I can’t afford $5k for a sofa....
Question from montanamama Hi Debra, Our neighbor is putting up a 50ft. Ham Radio tower, and I’m wondering if the waves it emits are harmful. I’m guessing it’s not all that great health wise, but I’m just wondering how concerned we should be...
In addition to genetically modified (GMO) foods, there is also GMO cotton. GMO cotton is genetically modified with “Bt”, a protein crystal from the bacterium Bacillus thuringiensis, so as to be resistant to the American bollworm — a moth larva that devours...
Last week, the President’s Cancer Panel released a new 200-page study that calls for stricter regulation of chemicals that cause cancer, which are routinely found in everyday consumer products. They also recommend steps we can take as consumers, such as buying organic...
Question from joyinjesus Thank you Debra for this wonderful website! I have MCS and am trying to slowly go through my house and change out things that are toxic for non-toxic, or just get rid of it if I don’t need it. However, my health is bad so it is a very...