Question from Eva What do you know about the new frozen vegetables that come in a bag that you can microwave to steam? Is this safe? Debra's Answer Heat releases plasticizers, so I wouldn't cook any food in any type of plastic bag exposed to heat. The best way to eat...

Question from Gary White Everything that I read says do NOT use softened water (salt) for watering orchids. I realize that I could spend money and change the whole system. However, my question is: Can I draw a large container of water and add a common household...

Question from Karen Hello Debra, I would like to ask your readers what their experience has been in attempting to remove cigarette smoke residue from a home, so a person with MCS can live in it. My key questions are as follows: Can it really be done successfully, so...

Question from Kathy Paris Hello Debra, Love your site and your book!! Can bisphenol A (BPA) be rinsed off of canned beans, olives, fruits, tuna and other items where the juice can be discarded? Please continue the wonderful work and for those of you who can help her...

Question from KMA I'm considering purchasing FLOR modular carpeting for my son's play area. I've been very impressed with the company's commitment to environmental responsibility, but I just realized that the carpet tiles' backing is made out of a composite vinyl...

Question from Laurie Are there any safe bottled water products on the market? Is the only answer (besides the reusable products you suggest)--glass bottled water? Do you have a preference in brands if you were to purchase one? Thank you. Debra's Answer The best...

Question from Mary Dear Debra, I'm considering Marmoleum Click flooring for my kitchen and am researching its toxicity. I first saw it at a green building supply who said it was nontoxie. Then I found the ingredients listed on the manufacturer's MSDS:...

There was a story in the news on March 10, saying that tap water contains pharmaceuticals pollution. The original story from Environmental Working Group said, "A wide range of pharmaceuticals that include antibiotics, sex hormones, and drugs used to treat epilepsy and...

Question from gvs Can you recommend a hardwood floor cleaner that doesn't contain alcohol or citrus? My husband brought home a Scotch Brite hardwood floor cleaner that claims to be "gentle a vinegar and water yet more effective?" Ingredient is chlorallyl methanamine...

Question from Kcall Hello, I am chemically sensitive and am trying to reduce the amount of chemicals in my home environment. I was wondering if you knew what type of plastic is used in DVDVideo cases and whether it offgases alot or not.Many Thanks. Debra's Answer The...