The masquerade of synthetic-fragranced products as “natural”
Question from Jane Hi Debra, You are one of our “household gods” and have been for many years. It is such a relief to find a source of information about chemical sensitivities and allergies that is non-judgmental and so widely and wonderfully...Wisconsin Goes Fragrance-Free
The above sign was spotted in a roadside rest area in restroom, maintained by the state of Wisconsin. Other public places could do the same. This may be a response to a 2016 ruling a woman’s chemical sensitivity was a disability under the American’s with...Toxic Free Paper Notebooks
This week I received TWO emails asking about paper office products after not receiving one questions about them in almost forty years of doing this work. I’ve never addressed this because I’ve never noticed a need to. I buy various recycled paper pads at...Natural Treatments for Dry Skin
A few weeks ago I sent out a survey and at the end I gave respondents the opportunity to be sent the survey results. A few days ago I sent the survey results to anyone who wanted them, and soon received this reply: Still reading the wonderful compilation (and...Choosing Kitchen Storage Containers
Question from Washed Cat Hi Debra, I’ve recently moved & am in the process of sorting the pantry. I’ve been looking for storage containers which are the safest to use but are lightweight. I’m finding that glass & ceramics are to heavy for...Resources for Electromagnetic Fields (EMFs)
I put together this list of resources for you regarding EMFs because they are a health concern of equal magnitude to toxic chemical exposure and I want you to get information from experts that are more trained and experienced in this field than I am. It is...Independence from Toxic Chemicals
Tomorrow is Independence Day, so I’m taking a holiday from website work this week to celebrate one of my favorite holidays of the year. Independence Day has a special meaning for me because I am descended from nine Patriots who fought in the Revolutionary...Naturepedic Crib Mattress Questions
Question from Sophia Hi Debra, I’m looking to purchase a Naturepedic crib mattress and want to ask you your opinion. What is the best nontoxic option between the two following options? option 1) The ‘polyethylene’ fabric that coats the Organic Cotton...Finding Upholstery Fabrics Without Fire Retardants
Question from Allen Hi Debra, Thanks for dedicating your website to toxic free! I have been looking for a fabric that is not treated with stain finish or fire retardants. It looks like even 100% wool upholstery fabric is treated with FR, at least those from eBay who...
