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...

Question from Melissa D Hi Debra, I am looking for a beang bag-esque chair for my two-year-old son. Our house has all Ecotimber floors, and he doesn't love always climbing up on the couch when he is looking for a softer place to sit. I'd like to get him a cotton or...

Question from Anne V. Dear Debra, After two years of a very bad rash all over my body (except my face), my dermatologist and I came to the realization that the clothes I had been wearing (primarily "travel-ready" clothes)were the cause of the rash. In addition, I have...

Question from AnneT Debra, Our next door neighbor is planning to have polyurethane foam blown on as a roofing material. As a person with MCS I am concerned about the toxicity of the material as it is being applied, and the issue of off-gassing after application. I am...

Question from Annette Tweedel Hi, I am looking for a 100% Organic Cotton Waterproof Mattress Pad. We have been looking and so far we have only found one. It's called Organic Mattress Protector Pad (Waterproof & Non-Waterproof) by Naturepedic for $139. I also just...