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Readers, any suggestions?

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Debra is an advocate of zeolite.  You can read more about her thoughts on it here.  It is not something I have personally used.  We don’t currently sell any products on the site.

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AFM Safecoat and ECOS paints are both non-toxic and have low odor.  I don’t know of any paint that is truly free of any odor until it cures.  You might want to try a sample before applying it to a large area.

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Silicone is made out of sand, but like plastic, it can have additives that are not disclosed by the manufacturer.  Some silicone may be safer than others.  This is a topic I plan to do more research on.

Have you considered a metal tray.  Here is one example, but they come in many styles and price points.  Just make sure it does not have a finish or coating on it.

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Mamavation does very thorough research.  I agree with their recommendations!

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You can find many options on Debra’s List.  Buying GOTS certified organic cotton is the best way to ensure that there are no harmful chemicals in the product.  Make sure that the entire product, and not just the cover or the fill, are GOTS certified.  Oeko Tex certification is not as stringent as GOTS and does allow the use of synthetic fabrics.

I really can’t say for certain whether or not a sensitive individual will react to something because everyone is different.  I can tell you whether or not a product is non-toxic.

Readers, any recommendations for those with MCS?

I recently purchased 100% Cotton GOTS certified (male) socks and underwear from a reputable online retailer.

Unfortunately, these clothes triggered my symptoms severely, and I have no doubt these were the cause of my symptoms.

Even after washing they still triggered me.

Is there any explanation for this?

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I really can’t say what will trigger a sensitive individual because everyone is different.  GOTS certified organic clothing is non-toxic.  Perhaps there is something natural that is a problem for you.

Any suggestions as to what to use to unclog a kitchen drain?  Actually it is not really clogged, but very sluggish. Had someone use a plunger, didn’t help.  Then he wanted to use dawn detergent, I said no way, so he used my 7th Generation Dishwashing Liquid – didn’t help and he said to use a cup everyday – outrageously expensive to do that!  I did the baking soda, vinegar, boiling water – helped slightly but the guy said don’t use – baking soda just gums it all up.  Next thing suggested to snake it – quite expensive.  So does anyone know of anything to use down a drain that is scent free and non toxic and that works?

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You can get a drain auger that is easy to use and doesn’t require any chemicals.

I was reading your post on lead in glass ware, you also mentioned Corelle I have a set of dishes and other Corelle pieces, so does it have lead in it ? or is it just drinking glasses, I never knew they made drinking glasses.

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Corelle dishes do not release lead into food.  The study referenced in the post tested glass ceramic cooking pieces.  Corelle is made of glass ceramic.  I don’t believe they make glasses.

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I am not aware of any fire extinguishers that do not use PFAS chemicals.  Readers, any suggestions?

I would not expect the chemicals to release from the extinguisher when not in use but I am not aware of any testing that confirms this.