Question from alex Does anyone know if such a thing exists? Thanks! Debra's Answer Readers?

Question from b.b. i have a tile floor in the bathroom and living room, and I dont want to use vinegar to clean it with. what alternatives do you recommend i use instead and why? Debra's Answer We just use hot water to clean our tile floor in the bathroom, or a little...

Question from CG Hi Deborah, I've heard about (and even seen a couple of times) food products packaged with corn- or rice-based plastic. Do you know of any zipper bags made from corn or rice? I use tons of plastic bags, and I would like to find a better alternative....

Question from Judy V. Hi - I have some special salt shakers that are at least 60 years old. The chrome lids have some corrosion, which I understand is from the salt. Are these shakers safe to use? Debra's Answer I don't know. Chrome is plated over another metal, and...

Question from k What is a non-toxic alternative to the recommended mineral oil for wooden spoons and salad bowls? Debra's Answer This has already been covered on these posts: [button link="http://debralynndadd.com/q-a/non-toxic-finish-for-wooden-spoons/#end"...

Question from Lawren Coope Hi Debra: I am wondering what you can tell us about this subject: When making decisions at the grocery store, are we better off buying plastic, aluminum or glass (i.e. buying a soft drink)? Which of these choices has less environmental...

Question from Miss D Do you have a recipe for frosting made without cane sugar? Debra's Answer Unfortunately, most frosting is based on confectioner's sugar, which makes the consistency. There is something called Boiled Icing which is usually made with sugar syrup....

Question from Susan H. Is electrolysis a safe method of hair removal? I like the idea of the permanence of it. Debra's Answer I don't know of any reason why it wouldn't be safe. There's no toxic exposure, except perhaps a swab of alcohol. I don't know about...

Question from Jane Hello, I have just recently become aware of all the toxins that are in everything around me and have since stopped using all products that are not natural. But I have polish on my toenails and I do not know how to remove it without toxic removers....

Question from Janis Last year I purchased hand made, lead-free pottery dishes in a nearby city. This is an improvement over some pretty, glazed porcelain-type dishes I bought at Pier 1 Imports, which I threw away after they deteriorated and I got to thinking...this...