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Triexia
Question from Jackie DeGayner Hi Debra, I was shopping for area rugs today and ran into rugs made with Triexia. I looked it up and it looks good on paper. What is your take on it. www.rugsandcarpets.about.com/od/Carpet-Fibers/a/Carpet-Fibers-101-Triexta.htm Debra's...
Off-Gassing and Shellac
Question from Jess Kidd Hi Debra, Thanks for a great website – really interesting. I wonder if you could help me with a query. I have bought a 1940/50s plywood wardrobe from a furniture scheme. They have kindly sanded and prepared it for me to paint with eco paint as...
Die-Cast Metal Cars
Question from Toy Shopper Hi Debra, Do you believe die-cast metal toy vehicles are safe for children? I saw this SIKU brand and am wondering if it might be better than some of the others, since it is designed in Germany, where standards seem to be higher. Here is some...
Soapstone Counter Tops
Question from Donna Tecce Hi Debra, What is your opinion on soapstone counter tops regarding, outgassing, non porous etc. clean and green. We were leaning to Quartz but do not want manmade and even though sealed contains resins/plastic etc. Soapstone seems to be the...
How Do I Dispose of Toxic Sofas and Other Fabric and Foam?
Question from [NAMEOFSENDER] Hi Debra, Thank you for the good info. My question is, as we replace our toxic furniture, linens, clothing, etc, what do we do with the old toxic stuff? How do we responsibly dispose of flame retardant infused sofas, cushions, rugs? What...
Lead-Free Crystal Door Knobs
Question from Jane Hi Debra, I'm looking for replacement door knobs, antique in style, and have seen several glass knobs that I like very much. Upon reading the descriptions, it seems that all the glass knobs are actually lead crystal knobs. I am aware that leaded...
Are Toxic Dangers Internet Hype or a Genuine Health Crisis?
My guest today is Lara Adler, Environmental Toxins Expert and Certified Holistic Health Coach. Today we’ll be talking about the popularity of toxics in the news and online, the difference between sensationalism and truth, and facts vs editorial opinions from writers who don’t understand the subject. Lara trains and educates practitioners within the health and wellness community to better understand the links between environmental toxins and their impact on disease states—from weight gain and diabetes, to thyroid disease and developmental disorders—so they can better support their clients. Lara is deeply committed to peeling back the curtain and opening up the conversation about environmental toxins to people in a way that’s informative, accessible, actionable and totally free from overwhelm. She takes a practical, real-world approach to minimizing toxic exposure to safeguard our health. www.laraadler.com
Plastic or Paper??? The New Recycled Paper Bottles
My guest today is Julie Corbett, Founder of Ecologic, a company that makes “packaging the earth can live with.” We’ll be talking about their new bottl that is turning the packaging industry inside out. This new bottle is made from recycled paper on the outside, with a nontoxic polyethylene plastic bag inside. Cut the paper bottle open, remove the plastic bag, and everything can be recycled again. Prior to founding Ecologic, Julie was a Vice President at Jurika, Mills & Keifer, where she helped launch the Counterpoint Mutual and Counterpoint Select funds. Julie was also a Partner at Jurika & Voyles, Inc., where she led the firm’s institutional service and marketing efforts that contributed to asset growth of more than $5 billion before it was sold in 1997. Previously, Julie worked for RBC Dominion Securities and the Royal Bank of Canada as well as BBDO Worldwide in Prague, Czech Republic. Julie holds a B.A. in Economics from McGill University in Canada and was once a professional gymnast-in-training (a helpful background in an entrepreneurial world that often requires one to jump through hoops). Julie is devoted to her two active girls, serving as the Chair of the Board of Trustees of the Oakland Lake School for 3 years and as Girl Scout Leader for her daughters’ troops. When not hunched over new bottle prototypes, she is an avid skier and an ardent friend of the earth. www.ecologicbrands.com
Wardrobe and Crib from Ikea
Question from Jessica Domich Hi Debra, I am pregnant with my first child and have been reading your blog for the ideas on non-toxic room paint, crib, organic mattress, clothing and anything I could find to minimize toxic exposure to the child. I need to purchase a...
Non-Toxic Baby Options
Question from Nicole Raineri Hi Debra, I'm so glad I stumbled upon your site. I'm expecting in August and registering for non-toxic items is becoming a bit challenging but I'm doing my best. I'd love to find a non-toxic pack and play, car seat, stroller but they seem...
