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Re mineral oil

Question from Alison Philip I would like to ask for more information from anyone regarding the safety of regular use of mineral oil on the skin especially a child's skin. I would like to say that I am reading with interst the for and against the use of it. I do like...

Carpet Anti-Stain Chemicals

Question from Carrol In trying to avoid Stainmaster (Teflon) on my new carpets, I have discovered that all chemicals used for stain resistance are fluoro-chemicals. According to the represenative I spoke with at Shaw, all of these chemicals react the same way. Since...

Kid Friendly Cleaners

Question from tracey wick in our home i use as many non chemical cleaners as possible, although with my laundry i have been using Melaleuca products. I think I need to switch laundry products due to my daughters so so sensitive skin. Aubrey Organics makes an all...

Sweeteners for gestational diabetes?

Question from Jennifer Thanks so much for the information. I learned about Agave from your site. I am a pregnant woman with gestational diabetes and I was using agave daily in moderate amounts. Now I'm depressed and panicy all over again. I have no idea what to do....

Information on PUL fabric

Question from SANDY MOSKOVITZ I'm wondering if anyone knows if there are health issues involved in using PUL fabric for diaper covers. Thanks for your help! Sandy Moskovitz Princeton, NJ Debra's Answer PUL is short for Polyurethane Laminate, which is an aromatic...

Ivory Bar Soap

Question from joan coppinger Hi, I like the mildness of Ivory bar soap but can't find any ingredients listed on their package. I called the company the representative took so long trying to find the ingredients and from the info she gave me, it seemed all natural. Can...

Homemade V8 Juice

Question from Melissa Hello! I absolutely LOVE V8 vegetable juice, but would like to avoid the sodium, pasturization, packing waste, and high cost that comes with buying the cans at the store. How would I go about making my own? Thanks! Debra's Answer I love V8 juice...

Dried Herbs

Question from MP Hi there, I have been growing oregano, parsely, dill, and basil on my deck and was wondering how I could dry it to replace my store bought herbs in my spice rack? Thanks! Debra's Answer I just bundle stems together and hang them upside down indoors in...

Drain Cleaner

Question from Carol I read on your blog about using baking soda and white vinegar to clear clogged drains, but now I can't find the topic on any of your websites. I'd like to know what proportions of each substance to use and in what order. I don't want to blow up my...

Prioritizing Organic Foods

Question from Melissa I would love to convert my home to all organic foods (meat included), but the high price is an obstacle I cannot overcome for 100% conversion. I remember seeing a list elsewhere regarding which vegetables retain the most toxins and should be the...

ARE TOXIC PRODUCTS HIDDEN IN YOUR HOME?

Toxic Products Don’t Always Have Warning Labels. Find Out About 3 Hidden Toxic Products That You Can Remove From Your Home Right Now.