Question from Lisa Dear Debra, More and more, I notice that shoe soles are advertised as being made from recycled rubber. Are there any health concerns you would have from wearing shoes made of this recycled rubber? I am guessing that the recycled rubber is most...

Question from MSharp I am looking for a new washer/dryer. I am going with a front loader. I was very interested in the Samsung Sivercare Steam washer. They say you can sanitize in cold water using their Silver ion/nano technology. I started to research this washer and...

Question from Sunnyside Are there any problems, or cautions, regarding power washing of pressure treated wood (to get rid of green mold and dirt) that does contain arsenic? Any recommendations on product to use? Also, does anyone have any suggestions on a product...

Question from Ethel Hello Debra! I was in BJ'S and noticed that they carry organic sheets. They were labeled True Organic and mentioned they were 100% certified. They did not mention by who or what standards they were certified. I did call BJ'S customer service who...

Question from Laura Is it okay to dry herbs (red clover) on a clean window screen? Will the metal of the screening adversely interact with the plant material? Would placing them on paper towels help? Debra's Answer Readers? I dry herbs in small bundles, which I hang...

Question from LW There appears to be teflon coating on dental floss. Do you know if that is a health hazard? If so, are there any that are not coated with teflon? Debra's Answer Well, I don't have any definitive studies on the health effects of Teflon on dental floss,...

Question from meemsies I am trying my best to use my dryer as little as possible. I hear lots of other folks talking about it as well. What about washing machines? What are the environmental consequences of using them? Does anyone know? Should we be aiming for a...

Question from RAB Do you have any experience with or knowledge about adhesives for wood flooring? I have had 3 products recommended that are suppose to be environmentlally friendly, but am not convinced they are right for chemical sensitivites. The 3 products are:...

Question from RS I have read that cooking food at high heat produces carcinogenic compounds called heterocyclic amines (HAs) that are said to form with high heat cooking. Is this true with grilling and roasting vegetables? Also, I always like to toast my bread. Is...

Question from Steven Question: I just bought some acrylic plastic drinkware from Crate and Barrel. I am normally against plastic being used in my home, but I needed cheap, durable drinkware for outdoor use and everyday use. I realize these do not biodegrade easily,...