Question from artsy Hi, I am trying to find out if all of the Mikasa "crystal" pieces are actually leaded or are they just glass? I am trying to eliminate us using these dishes if they contain an amount of lead. We will put them in our china cabinet to enjoy them....

Question from Cheryl3 Emerson Creek Pottery is marketing all their products as 100% lead free and non toxic, saying that the clay and even the paints used to decorate them are safe. What is your opinion or experience Debra, or anyone who has insight? They state that...

Question from Erik Harper I have a dilemma that I would like your opinion on and hopefully other readers have run into this issue as well. I'm a web designer and work in an office 8 hours a day, 5 days a week and recently learned that they are going to be renovating...

Question from BarbieC1953 Has anyone used and liked silk pillows and/or comforters? Debra's Answer I have no experience with these. Readers? Add...

Question from Erik Harper I'm wondering if you have any recommendations for Humidifiers/Vaporizers. I'm leaning towards the Steam Vaporizers because I've heard that they are less likely to promote growth of bacteria, molds, etc. I have never purchased one before so...

Question from Katie M. My husband and I are expecting our first child in June. I have read all of the posts that contain info on purchasing a non-toxic baby crib and am grateful for the wealth of knowledge that was shared. I was wondering however, if anyone knows if...

Question from sissy I am looking into purchasing a mattress from Sleepy's, I need to know what should I look out for when purchasing a mattress and where can I get a chemical free mattress. Debra's Answer See ebook: Debra's Guide to Choosing A Natural Bed for what you...

In this video, nutritional biochemist Genita Petralli talks about how toxic chemicals around us affect mental health. She says that mental health has underlying physical causes and explains how neurotoxic chemicals create mental symptoms. This video includes pictures...

Question from f. Lyle I am looking for the best room or house air purifying system. Debra's Answer There is not one air purifying system that is "best." Nor is this a short answer. I wrote a whole chapter on choosing air filters in my book Home Safe Home. I suggest...

Question from Cheryl3 I just realized that Klean Kanteen is made with surgical steel. So does that mean it won't leach metals even in hot Reverse Osmosis water? Debra's Answer Surgical steel leaches less than regular stainless steel, but any "empty" water, such as...