Question from Shelly Hello Debra. I read that you don`t use silk clothing because of the climate you live. Being a northerner, I am quite interested in researching silk clothing. Particularly I`m interested in finding out if silk clothing is high in toxic residuals....

Question from trying to be green in missouri Was so excited to be a "good green stewart" and purchased sustainable and recycled wood furniture. Now I find out that in transportation it was all sprayed with pesticide. I was planning on storing dishes and clothes in...

Question from Connie I am new to this blog and haven't read all postings so please forgive me if this issue has already been dealt with. I just tried making brownies with stevia in the raw and they taste really nasty. I had such high hopes and now I am so frustrated!...

Question from Gigi I have to decide whether it would still be advisable for me to purchase wool mattresses and bedding. I will be repainting my entire interior walls with low or no VOC latex paints. However, it seems as if I have no choice but to prime some of my...

Question from HEG I just moved into a new apartment and I don't know if the previous tennant used toxic oven cleaner or not. I have no reason to believe he did (there is a self-cleaning feature), but in case I would like to clean the oven in a nontoxic manner that...

Question from kb Hello Debra, And once again thank you for your expertise. I have read all of your posts regarding termites. For existing termite damage in a house where the wood has already been painted or treated or is not exposed, what is your choice of treatment....

Question from Lea Anyone know of a really good hand held steamer priced under $50.00 to be used for getting into those tight spots in kitchens and baths. I had a Euro Pro once and it seemed to work OK but leaked alot and I ended up having to send it in for repair...

Question from Martha Istvan Over the course of many years, I have gone from diagnosed corn allergy to painful intolerance, probably in part because I did not know glycerin, ascorbic acid, and other commonly used ingredients are primarily corn-derived. Where can I...

Question from Maureen I need to cover some dining room chairs and want to cover it first with barrier cloth to keep dust mites out of my cotton batting. Then cover with upholstery fabric. I am extremely sensitive to organic cotton. It makes my finger swell, crack open...

Question from Traci Dear Debra, I am curious what your thoughts are concerning my recent reactions. I must say I was so relieved to find your website after feeling doomed to only increasing reactions to everyday toxins. Reading your story was very encouraging! After...