California Closets Low-VOC Built-in Closets
Question from Ghita Harris-Newton Hi Debra, I would like attractive built in closets. Real wood seems cost-prohibitive. California Closets say they have a low-VOC solution. What do you think of the California Closets solutions? Debra’s Answer I called California...Is Limestone Radioactive?
Question from Stacey Santoro Hi Debra, I found a table made of wood with a limestone top that I love. However, I am concerned about radon/uranium levels in the limestone. Would you recommend avoiding limestone because of this? Thanks so much! Debra’s Answer No,...Outdoor Patio Set
Question from Stacey Santoro Hi Debra, I am looking for an outdoor patio set and trying to purchase the safest/least toxic one. I saw one that is made of powder coated steel at Lowe’s, and it is made in China. I found another set that is made of wrought-iron,...Organic Food From China
Why it’s important to know where your organic food comes from? Organic food has reached the mainstream—you can even buy an organic version of Heinz Ketchup (I wouldn’t—still contains sugar)—but where is all this organic food coming from? Some, at...YouCaring.com: Financial Help for People with Chemical Injuries
I just want to post this for any of you who are having financial challenges as a result of chemical injuries and need some help…or if you know anyone who needs help. This is a crowdfunding site that focuses on “compassionate crowdfunding” to support...Smoke Alarms
Question from Mira Hi Debra, I’m wondering what brand of smoke alarms are safest, both wired and not wired. I need some new wired ones for my condo. In this article I was surprised to see a radiation risk associated with one type of smoke alarm. Evolving...Dust Prevention
Question from Jan Harris Hi Debra, We get a LOT of dust coming through our air-co. Is there something we can put over the air vents or any other thing to help have less dust? (Our air-co ducts are metal. Could that be a factor?) Debra’s Answer I’m not an...GMO Soy: More Formaldehyde and Less Glutathione for Cell Detoxification
A new study published July 14, 2015 in the peer-reviewed journal AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES discovered the accumulation of formaldehyde, a known carcinogen, in GMO soy, and a dramatic depletion of glutathione, an anti-oxidant necessary for cellular detoxification....New York City Bans Styrofoam
New York City’s ban on Styrofoam products in food service establishments, stores and manufacturers went into effect July 1. Products such as trays, cups, plates, clamshell containers and even packing peanuts cannot be used within the five boroughs. Yay New York...
