Question from john We moved to a 30 yr old home last fall and due to lack of proper chimney maintenance over the past years the chimmney had developed a build-up of creosote, which my wife is very sensitive to due to her MCS problems. The chimney was cleaned and then...

Question from wt Hello, We were thinking of using formica as backing for a built in cabinet to cover drywall. We wanted to check if this material was considered toxic, and if you might recommend a non-toxic construction adhesive. Thank you kindly. Debra's Answer...

Question from Bill Debra, My wife has severe MCS and has been wearing organic cotton clothes for some time now. However the clothes seem to develop a strong odor if they are not washed or used frequently. Sometimes the ones we do wash frequently also develop this odor...

Question from Diana Hello all who have given great suggestions on my outdoor mosquito control question. THANK YOU! My goal is to decrease the mosquito population without chemicals before they decide they want to feed on me. I've used the natural essential oil...

Question from Janet I'm looking for a stainless steel ice-cube tray. Do they exist? I am concerned about the plastic trays, I hear that freezing water in plastic can chemically change the water - is this true? How about the silicone rubber ice-cube trays. I've read...

Question from Mary We are re-doing our downstairs office space. We are removing all carpet. The floor underneath is concrete. I have read that concrete flooring is a healthy choice....just paint it or seal it with a non-toxic product. It would certainly help the...

Question from SH Debra, thanks for all the helpful information! Do you know of a non-abrasive cleaner that would work on a marble surface, as well as a porcelain tub and sink? Thanks! Debra's Answer Readers? [button...

Question from Susan A bit personal to ask this, I know, but I am looking for an extremely gentle cleanser for the genital area. Everything I have used burns so badly! We only use "natural" soaps without the harmful chemicals. Thanks! Debra's Answer It's been my...

Question from M.B. For several years my mother has suffered from xerostomia or Dry Mouth. This is most likely the side effect of medications she takes. She combats this lack of saliva with the recommended self-care - sucking on sugar-free hard candy or chewing...

Question from P.J. Hi Debra, I've been having a problem with mice ever since some new neighbours moved in. She once told me that they had mice in their old place (which was just up the street, less than 1/2 a block away). I don't know if she moved mice with her...