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Denim Jeans
Question from Bonnie Thanks for the recent coverage on non toxic clothing. It was helpful. Just wondering if anyone has been able to find denim jeans ? Lisa’s Answer Rawganique has organic cotton and hemp jeans. They seam to be discontinuing many styles so act...
Styrofoam
Question from Judy More on styrofoam please. I have orchids on windowsills that are terrazzo and very cold in the winter. I've put styrofoam boards from a craft store on top for their protection. Should I be worrying about this particular application? Lisa’s...
Air Purifier for MCS- no carbon
Question from NIT I've tried two air purifiers and they unfortunately exacerbate my symptoms, particularly in the sinuses. I believe the problem is the carbon. I get similar symptoms when using a nose filter with carbon in it. Are there are any alternative air...
Yeast-Like Smell from Air Purifiers
Question from JP My doctor prescribed an Austin Air for my MCS in 2005. It emitted a yeast-like smell, but I thought it was normal. Then, I purchased a smaller Austin Air and the air was mega fresh. I could tell instantly when I shut it off for a few hours and then...
Chantal Induction 21 Cookware
Question from Chris I see that Chantal cookware is on the list of recommended products. I have read concerns about ceramic coating in numerous sources. What are your thoughts on the safety of Chantal's Induction 21 cookware with ceramic coating? Lisa’s Answer I...
Vinyl Plank Flooring
Question from Janett Hello. We have been looking at vinyl plank flooring . Home Depot carries a brand called Lifeproof that has the Floorscore stamp on it. I read on this site that Floorscore doesn’t test for everything that is dangerous. We are also looked at...
Mattress Options for a Toddler
Question from Liz I've been agonizing over what type of twin mattress to purchase for my 3.5 year old. I was set on buying an all natural mattress with organic cotton and latex components. However, I've been reading that many people have had issues with all natural...
Styrofoam Sheets
Question from Hope I love your site…as I appreciate your info so much…I've been through a lot with chemicals ~yikes! I have a question, do you know of a "toxic-free" styrofoam sheet product/company that is available in the market? I need it for a major project. I need...
See How I Search for a Non-Toxic Footstool
I’m in the market for a non-toxic footstool for my husband. He has a chair that he uses in a quiet corner of our house and would like to be able to put his feet up. Since it’s not in a main room of our house, I’m not looking for investment-quality furniture but I...
PVC-Free Adhesive Cord Cover
Question from Melissa I'm having trouble finding PVC-free adhesive cord covers to cover my long ethernet cables in the house. Optimally they are like these ones, but PVC-free:...