Cotton Compression Hose
Question from Bonnie Johnson Hi Debra, I was just told by my cardiologist that I need to start wearing compression hose to help with a heart issue. Are there any safe ones? Cotton? I have seen some but they are nylon and spandex. Not sure what to do....Toxics Issues Move Forward and Backward in the World
In this morning’s email I received two announcements. One showing progress on the toxics front and then other…what’s the correct word for “opposite of progress”? Bad news first. The New York Times reported that the federal government is scaling back the way...Natural Sunscreen 2018
Every year about this time everyone writes about sunscreen, so I I write a new post about sunscreen, too. And I received a question about it this week, so… First, please read Debra’s Guide to Choosing Natural Sun Protection. Though I wrote it...Is there a PVC-free Kid’s Pool?
Question from Romina Hi Debra, Do you know of any PVC-free kids pool besides the small hard side baby pools? My kids are 3 and 5 and looking at a small to medium inflatable pool, but cannot find any option that doesn’t have PVC. Thanks. Debra’s...Aerotoxic Association Calls For International Investigation Into Health Effects Of Toxic Air In Planes
In July 2015 I interviewed a former flight attendant on Toxic Free Talk Radio regarding aerotoxic syndrome—a condition caused by toxic chemical exposure during airplane flights. TOXIC FREE TALK RADIO: Aerotoxic SyndromeL How Flying in Airplanes can Affect Your...Misleading Claim Number 01350
Our United States government has been quite clear that they don’t want false and misleading statements or impressions made about alleged health or environmental benefits of products. So I’ve been keeping an eye out for misleading communications about the safety of...How Can I Get This Perfume Out Of My Hair?
Question from Alicia Hi Debra, I had my hair cut in a salon yesterday and the fragrance from the product they put in my hair will not come out. The scent is driving me crazy. I spent most of the day yesterday trying to wash it out. I showered, I soaked in the tub. I...Need Sensodyne Original toothpaste replacement!!!
Question from Anne Hi Debra, Sensodyne Original is being discontinued. I need a NON-MINT flavored toothpaste with the 5% potassium nitrate for sensitive teeth or another de-sensitizer that is just as effective. I live in constant sinus headaches and my teeth are super...Are Squishies Toxic?
Question from Adrian Hi Debra, I was just wondering how safe you think the new kids craze of squishies are? My children really love them! I worked with polyurethane for years and wore air fed respirators but still have sensitivity to it. I can smell the isocyanate in...
