European Chemical Clampdown Reaches Across Atlantic
Question from Julie Larson Scientific American September 30, 2008 European Chemical Clampdown Reaches Across Atlantic Many chemicals manufactured in the U.S. have been pronounced “dangerous” by the European Union By David Biello This came to me from...Tried and True Wood Finishes
Question from Jennifer L. Hello Debra, My husband and I bought the “Trued and True” varnish and danish oil to finish our hardwood floor, due to concerns over our baby’s health while crawling. We hired a “professional” to do the work and...Those black mark thingies on my dishes
Question from CJStewart We recently replaced our old dishes with white Fiesta Ware. We really like them, but our forks and spoons leave those black (gray) marks on them. Is there a green way to remove those marks? I have tried Bon Ami without success. Debra’s...Pneumonia
Question from APril Hi Debra, My 2 yr old niece has pneumonia. She and her brother actually get sick about every 2-3 months. What are some natural health ways to prevent sickness besides taking probiotics. I know my sister cleans with safe cleaners. Any helpful tips...Lotus Sanitizing System
Question from Shelly Hello, I am interested in reading about anyone’s experience with a Tersano Lotus LBU100 Sanitizing System? It is supposed to disinfect surfaces as well as remove pesticides and kill germs on food. According to what I have read about the...Caulk
Question from Diana I just recently purchased a “non-toxic” caulk from a site listed on “Debra’s List.” However, after I read the back of the bottle it lists the following items: “Contains TALC, 2,2,4-TRIMETHYL-1, 3-pentanediol...Ikea Birch Closet
Question from natalia Dear Debora, We bought a new birch closet from Ikea 1 wk ago. I have windows open for a week but it still gives off a strong odor. The closet is in the nursery and I am concirned about the toxic effect of this odor. Also is there a way to...Makeup Remover
Question from RBES Hi, I was wondering if anyone could recommend a natural eye makeup remover? Thanks! Debra’s Answer I personally don’t wear eye makeup except when I’m speaking or on television, and then I just wash it off in the shower. Readers,...Less toxic expanding foam?
Question from Jill We need to use foam in our new construction for a few issues – to fill in gaps in ICFs (insulated concrete forms) – to seal around windows – to seal penetrations I know that some foams like Great Stuff say things like “no...
