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Low Water pH
Question from Keith Dear Debra, I have a low ph problem with my well water. The water ph based on testing is between 4.9 - 5.2. I've done some research into the alkilizers that you spoke of as well as other brands. The problem is that the ph levels are so low that the...
Non-Toxic no PVC Shelf / Drawer Liner
Question from Krudman Please advise if anyone is aware of a non-PVC shelf/drawer liner. Preferably, not fabric and non-toxic. Thank you Debra's Answer Before the days of PVC, everyone lined their shelves with just plain paper, and held it down with thumbtacks. I think...
Natural Acne Treatment?
Question from Terry My daughter recently returned from Iraq with blemishes on her once beautiful, flawless skin. I made her some exfoliant with baking soda and sea salt but it didn't help. She said most of the women who return from the middle east end up with acne....
Drinking Water Safe Garden Hose
Question from Melissa I am looking for a new garden hose for this summer. I intend to use for my young children to run through the sprinkler and fill their pool. I have read to buy a drinking water safe version. I have been searching, but cannot find one. Do you know...
Alkaline Water Filter
Question from Mary Anne I have an RO system that I'm thinking seriously about replacing, given what I've learned on this blog. The question is, with what? I recently looked at a Kangen filter system. It supposedly removes the bad stuff, leaves the minerals AND...
Gas heat
Question from S Hi Debra, Is it possible to be tested to see if one is sensitive to gas heat? If so where and how? I have mcs and we have gas heat, however, that is something that is not easily changed. Thanks s Debra's Answer I don't know where one can get tested for...
Scented Laundry Products
Question from TK Can you please tell me a good product or a healthier solution for laundry soap and fabric softner. I like my clothes to have a lite scent to then. But with seven kids I would like to protect them for all those bas and deadly chemicals. I have just in...
Mercury exposure from broken light bulb
Question from TR Last night my daughter knocked over a lamp and broke one of those new light bulbs. I vaguely remembered something about mercury and looked it up on the Internet and know I am scared to death. Do you know anything about this? I am wondering if once it...
Sweetener for yeast diet
Question from Wanda I've tried the Stevia Plus and had a terrible metal aftertaste that lasted most of the day. I switched to Agave Juice with better results, but have the candida/yeast problem and worry that I am only feeding the yeast. Can you give me any...
Are Crocs shoes safe?
Question from Barbara My kids love these plastic shoes and even Wholefoods is selling them. But the more I think about Crocs the more concerned I get. My daughter wore them a lot last summer and her skin on the soles of her feet starting peeling off. Is there any...