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Raise a Green Dog
An excellent resource for all things toxic-free for dogs, chosen by a caring human who loves her dogs (and cats). There's a blog with lots of information about toxics in dog products and safer alternatives (click on "Learn to be Green") and lots of toxic-free...
The Natural Mattress Store
Makes and sells the Eco-Cloud line of latex mattresses in the San Francisco Bay Area, from certified organic materials. "There are no fire retardant chemicals and no polyurethane foam in any of our mattresses." These mattresses are unique in that they have removable...
Caring for Your Dog Toxic-Free
My guests today are Leslie May and Johann The Dog, authors of the Raise a Green Dog blog and website. This very popular blog began in November 2007 and has grown over the years into a complete website, with educational pages, tips, tricks and product information to help dog lovers learn more about being green and helping their dog live a healthier, happier life. We’ll be talking about toxic chemicals your dog may be exposed to in typical dog products and how to choose and find safer alternatives. Leslie grew up in a green and organic family, before being green was popular. After adopting Johann as a puppy from a no-kill animal shelter in the Indianapolis area in September of 2004, she wanted to be sure that he was not only safe from the environmental dangers that he may encounter in his life, she also wanted eco-friendly, healthy and safe products for him to eat, play with, sleep in, and be and live around, inside and out. Fortunately knowing how to live an eco-friendly, healthy and organic lifestyle gave her a ‘leg up’ in helping find information, tips and products that would keep Johann the happiest and healthiest dog he could be. She quickly discovered that healthy and green information and products were not easy to find for other dog lovers. That’s when Raise A Green Dog was born….with one goal in mind: to bring valuable, green lifestyle information to dog lovers, so they can enjoy a long and happy life with their dogs, and help the environment at the same time. In her spare time, Leslie enjoys life in the mountains of NE Georgia with her dogs, Johann (YoYo) and Gracie, and her kitties, Wolfie and Wiggy; and enjoys competing in dog agility and hiking the many mountain trails with Johann and Gracie. http://debralynndadd.com/category/debras-list/raise-a-green-dog and blog.raiseagreendog.com.
Toilets Without Antimicrobials
Question from TA I am interested in finding a dual-flush toilet that doesn't contain any toxic antimicrobial substances. The manufacturers are apparently coating them with antimicrobial substances to make them easier to keep clean, etc. I see that American Standard...
What Tape Can I Use to Repair a Mattress?
Question from Joe Our mattress tore on the underside during a move. I can see the exposed foam and although this side is facing down on the boxspring I would like to fix until we get a new mattress as this mattress is only 5 years old. I have 3M heavy duty shipping...
Kapok Fill for Comforters
Question from Dianne Hi Debra, I am looking for an organic comforter for my granddaughters and have found a lot of wool versions from your website. Thank You for that! I was wondering if you know anything about something called Kapok seeds? Gaiam has a comforter with...
Finding and Eliminating Toxic Exposures in Your Home
My guest today is Diana Schultz, CEO of Green and Healthy Homes, and a Certified Building Biologist and Bau-Biologie Environmental Consultant in Orlando, Florida. We’ll be talking about the types of toxic exposures she is finding and measuring in living spaces and how she was able to reduce or eliminate these toxic exposures to improve indoor air quality. With a background in Urban Planning with Environmental Studies and personal experience in designing and building her own home, Diana was introduced to the International Institute for Bau-Biologie and EcologyT (Building Biology) and became Certified by the Institute in 2008. Building Biology is the study of healthy buildings and everything that affects the relationship between our bodies and our built environment. In addition to conducting client home assessments, mitigation services and educational workshops at Green and Healthy Homes, Diana serves as a Program Provider for the International Institute for Building Biology and participates in many of the Institute’s on-site 5-day Seminars as Instructor and Student Mentor. Diana is passionate about sharing the holistic message that Mother Nature is our ultimate guide – “We are dedicated to the principles of living in harmony with nature and in creating built environments that naturally support health and well being in homes and work places every day.” www.greenandhealthyhomes.net
Foraging & Feasting: How to Find and Eat the Wild Foods Around You
My guest today is Dina Falconi, author of Foraging & Feasting: A Field Guide and Wild Food Cookbook. We’ll be talking about how you can identify wild edible plants, harvest and cook them, celebrating local bounty and traditional foodways. Dina is a clinical herbalist wit
h a strong focus on food activism and nutritional healing. An avid gardener, wildcrafter, and permaculturalist, Dina has been teaching classes about the use of herbs for food, medicine, and pleasure,including wild food foraging and cooking, for more than twenty years. She produces Falcon Formulations natural body care products and Earthly Extracts medicinal tinctures. She is a founding member of the Northeast Herbal Association, a chapter leader of the Weston A. Price Foundation, and an organizer of Slow Food-Hudson Valley. www.botanicalartspress.com/example-product.html
How Can I Remove the Strong Odor in My House
Question from Barb My husband and 3 children are renting a home that was renovated 4 years ago. There is a strong odor in the home; I think it's coming from the cabinetry in the closets, laundry room, mudroom, etc. I purchased an IQ air filter for my toddler's room,...
Divina Natural
A 100% natural and organic luxurious skin care line with focus on natural treatments for anti-aging, skin lightening, serious skin conditions and long lasting hydration. You can "rejuvenate, restore and revitalize your skin organically and holistically with the finest...
