Question from Francesca I am so conflicted about what to with our roach problem. Does anyone have any effective ways of getting rid of roaches? We are going crazy. We clean up completely, spotlessly everynight but still have a problem.. We are getting desparate and...

Question from Carol My mom died of Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma and she was a very healthy eater. I have to assume that she contracted this cancer from her environment. I am trying to become more conscious of the things I use in my home as a result. My question has to do...

Question from Robin I experience muscle tension and pain in several areas of my body, and one of the treatments recommended to me is the apllication of heat. I have a hot water bottle, but this doesn't work well for neck or shoulder pain. I'm looking at getting an...

Question from Kate Is anyone worried about the antimicrobial product in silestone countertops? I've explored Papercrete, kieri (sp?) wood, concrete and am now looking at silestone. Anyone have any yeas or nays about it? Thanks, Kate Debra's Answer The antimicrobial...

Question from Nina M. I'm looking for advice about which space heaters, if any, don't outgas when you first use them or outgas for long? Also, has anyone had any trouble with a Delonghi radiator heater outgassing? Do you know which space heaters are the most energy...

Question from svw Whats your opinion on the AFM Safechoice Shampoo for a person with MCS since it does contain Sodium Laureth Sulfate and MEA? Thanks Sandy Debra's Answer The challenge for people with MCS is to find products that are both nontoxic and unscented. And...

One of my most frequently asked questions is "Do you know about Melaleuca products and what do you think of them?" This is a broad question because the Melalueca company sells several different catagories of products: dietary supplements, cleaning products, and...

Question from J. Kelly Hi, I do own your book, Home Safe Home, and I did read the part on hair coloring. But here is my dilema: My teenage daughter desperately wants to add highlights to her hair. She is one of those girls who wants to be fancy all the...

Question from Sammie Debra, this is my first visit to your website and I am impressed! We are confused as to the best type of flooring that is healthier -- carpet, wood, or laminate? We have a large single living area that is paneled with a browish Ash wood with hints...

Question from Jessica I'm wondering if you know how to make my own wool insulation? I have access to a lot of free wool and a small living structure to insulate. I know the basics of processing wool but don't know how to make the actual insulation batts. Debra's...