Question from D1 Which is more "green": To line my kitchen trash can with paper bags from the grocery store, then put them in a large plastic bag until we can haul them to the county trash site, or to line the can with small plastic bags, which won't have to into a...

Question from Dalia I just moved to Houston and Air conditioners are becoming part of my life...How can I getfresh outside air without high electricity bills and not damaging my old central ac? Nights are still somewhat cool here but days are hot and humid...does...

Question from Dianne Hello, Thanks for running the great site again. Are most tents treated with fire retardant and formaldehyde? Is it possible to buy a non toxic tent and camping gear? Or should we just give up camping? Thanks so much. Debra's Answer Readers?...

Question from Teecycle Tim I was inspired to re-purpose old t-shirts after reading "Let My People Go Surfing" by the founder of Patagonia clothing, who said "The most responsible way for a consumer and a good citizen to buy clothes is to buy used." They're the...

Question from BB I am having a difficult time finding fragrance-free garbage bags. Even the seventh generation ones often seem to smell to me. Can anyone suggest anything else? Thanks, BB Debra's Answer Readers? [button...

Question from Lily Has anyone found such a thing? Stainless steel? Glass? Thanks for any help. Debra's Answer Readers?

Question from Deanna Hi! We need to purchase a new bed in the next week or so. I would love to purchase an organic mattress, but we're balking a little at the price. Is there any feedback on how long an organic mattress lasts? (I've heard a rule of thumb to change out...

Question from DF Dear debra whats the best way to test for bed bugs? can bed bugs be any where else besides your bed? do they make you itch? what else do they do? if some one other then me has lice how can i avoid it? especially if i live really close to this person....

Question from Matt Hi Debra, I have browsed your site for great information for about a year now. Thank you for all you do. As a 25 year old who started developing MCS symptoms a couple of years ago, it has been invaluable. My question concerns dentistry. I believe I...

Question from Tiffany Newman I just finished Karen Logan's book Clean House, Clean Planet, and made a bunch of very effective cleaners. I immediately tried to use the contact info in the back to purchase her pre labeled bottles. Sadly it seems she is out of business...