Question from Lucy H I have been told by an orthopedic surgeon that I need a hip replacement. Currently I am maintaining my fucntion quite well but I can imagine the time will come when I may need this surgery. How do I find a doctor and hospital that understand and...

Question from Marissa We just moved into a house with new kitchen appliances. The stove has a ceramic cooktop and came with a small bottle of cleaner made by Whirlpool (also the maker or the stove). Judging from the smell alone I doubt its non-toxic. It list only one...

Question from Martha I travel at least once a month with my husband and toddler. All of our family lives out of state so we make use of my husband's flight benefits (he works for an airline). As I'm very picky about the foods my toddler eats (no airport food) I bring...

Question from PJ Dear Debra, I'd like to know what the current version of Calgon water softener is made from and if it is a safe and effective cleaner for hard water deposits. Can you help me? I can't find information about the current version, just the older version,...

Question from TB Hello again, I have 2 children diagnosed on the autism spectrum with high levels of metals in their systems...some of which may have come from the flame retardant chemicals used on bedding and pajamas. We are expecting our third child and I would like...

Question from Wenwei Weng hello Debra, You recommend Wilsonart laminate, which is GREENGUARD certified. DuPont Real Touch Elite laminate flooring products are GREENGUARD Indoor Air Quality Certified as well. www.flooring.dupont.com/en/gg.shtml What is...

My husband and I are driving from Florida to Ottawa, Canada and back, where I will be giving a seminar on elminating chemicals in the home that cause cancer. Feel free to post any comments and questions, and I'll put them up when I return. [button...

Question from Margaret I have checked with the companies that sell clay plaster and they tell me kaolin clay is one of the ingredients. Since kaolin clay is somewhat radioactive, wouldn't covering the walls of my home with it be ill advised? Or is it such a tiny...

Question from Sandy I recently read your letters concerning cookware and I have a question: My understanding is that All Clad's magnetically-attractive Stainless Steel cookware is the safest choice for stainless steel. What is your opinion, please? Thank you!...

Question from Tammy Debra, I try to avoid giving my 3 year old daughter candy but of course family like to give her candy and junk anyway. I hate that because they really don't have a clue how bad most of that stuff is for kids or anyone for that matter. Anyhow, I was...