Question from Reenie At the vacuum center today, they were selling Super Gel beads for areas that have an odor and/or damp areas. Instructions say just open the jar or put in a shallow bowl. The ingredients label lists water, a variety of essential oils and soya. But...

Question from Reenie Hello, Are there any books or online resources that are helpful to others wanting to create a Green Team in their workplace? Thanks! Debra's Answer Readers? Add...

Question from Sandy I have fleas in my house. My dogs are primarly inside, but go out to potty. This is the first summer ever that they bring fleas back in on them. The fleas love my furnitur as well. What would you reccomend to kill the fleas in my furniture. Debra's...

Question from Jennifer Herman Dear Readers, I'd like to have new slipcovers made for a wood day bed but want to avoid filling them with foam since it contains toxic fire retardants. Any ideas? Jen Debra's Answer You could fill them with almost anything. I've used...

Question from Louise Hello Debra. My husband & I love your web site, thank you for all the info and "words of wisdom". I have two questions. 1. Do you know of a permanent hair dye that is free of perfumes and harsh chemicals, safe for MCS people ? 2. Do you have...

Question from Melissa Hi. Has anyone tried Skoy cloths (www.skoycloth.com)? They're made from cotton and cellulose pulp, are biodegradable and are supposed to be a green alternative to paper towels. Thanks. Debra's Answer Looks fine to me. [button...

Question from Millie Does anyone own a Naturepedic mattress in a full or queen size? I am interested in purchasing one for my son. How firm is it and is it holding up well? I'm worried that it might be too firm. It seems the stores in my area only stock the crib size...

Question from R Hi Debra, I recently went into an Origins store and the sales agent told me that they don't use any chemicals in their products so they are all 100% natural. I bought a couple of items that didn't have any chemicals listed in the ingredient list, but...

Question from Stephanie I know the topic of thyroid health has been a hot topic on this site and many members are users of natural thyroid supplements. I ran across this article this morning and was deeply concerned. The article was posted in Dr. Mercola's weekly...

Question from TE Dear Debra, We are renting an apartment with a large cupboard made out of particle board and wood veneer. I suspect it is pretty old (probably 10 years or more) but after reading about particle board and formaldehyde I am concerned that it may still...