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,...

Question from Vicki DiIoia Hi Debra, We had to move from a house that was overrun with mold. Is there a way to test our mattresses for mold contamination? From reading the other questions/answer I would guess that if it were on the surface- we might be able to clean...

Question from Susan Hi Debra, I have two questions for you. I make oatmeal every morning, using a full glass of milk and frozen fruit. I do this the night before. Making oatmeal takes a good bit of time and I would like to do about 4 days in advance. I am not...

Question from Anne Donahue Hello Debra, Your website has been a wonderful resource-Thankyou! I do have a question regarding a product. I am trying to find out where I can purchase a Commercial Non-Toxic cleaner to clean the A/C coil in the air handler inside the...

Question from Diana I'm a mother of a 7 year old non-verbal autistic boy. I discovered your book Home Safe Home through a biomedical support group in Central Ohio that I'm a part of. Most parents that pursue biomedical intervention also known as DAN! (Defeat Autism...

Question from Gaynor Hi from across the pond I live in the UK . Please could you advise me on fabric softeners . Are they necessary or just a way of getting consumers to worry and thus part with money ? Debra's Answer The only purpose for fabric softeners is to reduce...

Question from Marie J. I have been searching for a safe stainless steel water kettle (one that a magnet sticks to) with no luck in any department store. I was wondering if anyone would know of where I could find one if there are any available. Marie, So. Calif....

Question from Stephanie Hi Debra, I recently bought handmade wooden ABC magnets with paper overlays for my toddler. The magnets are not sealed, and so he's able to peel up the paper illustrations. I want to seal the paper so that he can't peel it up and swallow it,...