Question from Annette Tweedel Hi Debra, I have MCS. We live in Louisiana and we plan on going on a vacation to Gulf Shores, Alabama or Orange Beach, Alabama in September. I don't know if I can handle just any kind of Ice chest. Could you recommend something that we...

Question from Carole I'm moving into the house of a friend. The house has hardwood floors and is basically chemical free. However, someone who just moved out used plug in air fresheners in her bedroom for over 2 years. The odor is permeating the house. Would cleaning...

Question from jenbooks I have a new dilemma :). I live in the city. I've been using double Holmes window fans most of the summer as its healthier than air conditioning. However the city soot comes in and that's very unhealthy. I bought a fan that had a clip on air...

Question from Nannette Wilcox I live in the Gulf Coast area and use the Damp Rid product in all of my closets in my home. Is it safe and if not is there a natural mold inhibitor that I can put out in the containers to replace that product? Thanks Debra's Answer Damp...

Question from Stephanie Mills Debra, Are you familiar with "home safe products" by Natural Choices? They advertise their products are "proven to be safe for sufferers of allergies, asthma and multiple chemical sensitivities (MCS)." What do you think about their...

Question from Dennis in San Diego I recently read an article that I believe the Washington Post ran concerning a study on products that frequently make people sick. I know I used to feel ill walking down a grocery store aisle where laundry products are stored - or...

Question from Kara Govoni Hello! I am in the process of adopting 2 kittens from the local humane society. I would like to make the products I buy for them as green as possible (without breaking the bank!) Does anyone have any specific recommendations or...

Question from Laura I have a Kitchen Aid built in ice machine. Apparently, special ice machine cleaner is required to properly clean the machine. I was wondering if anyone had tried vinegar, baking soda, or something more natural to clean an ice maker. Debra's Answer...

Question from Melodie My daughter is highly chemical sensitive and cannot be around even low odor dry erase markers. (at least none that I've found locally) I need to find some that will work because her classroom has NO CHALKBOARD! Any suggestions for markers with no...

Question from Stella Dear Debra, A have been looking for an organic futon and came across of one made with Organic Soy-based Memory Foam. What do you think of this foam? Who makes it? I would like to make a mattress using it. I was looking for a source to purchase it...