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Insect repellent made from organic ingredients, “field-tested to repel mosquitoes, ticks and biting insects for up to 4-8 hours YET FEELS LIKE YOU'RE WEARING NOTHING. We take a bold, citrus bouquet of lemongrass, citronella plus energizing peppermint then round it out...
Ancient Organics
Ghee "unlike any other you will find on the market today. We take great care and consideration in the ingredient selection and preparation method.” Small batches cooked over an open flame, produced in a peaceful and mantra-infused kitchen, made under the influence of...
Aloha Organic Fruit
Though the name sounds Hawaiian, this is actually an organic peach farm in Colorado, that brings the "aloha" tradition of putting their hearts into careful stewardship for good health of the land, life and water. They grow 14 varieties of organic peaches, which allows...
How I Removed Mystery Odor from Apartment
Last week I wrote about how I helped a client furnish their new apartment with toxic free furniture. This week I want to tell you how we removed a very strong odor from the apartment, even though we couldn’t determine exactly what it was. It seemed to me that...
False Claim From Mattress Maker
What’s wrong with this picture? There’s something known as “false and misleading advertising” and it’s all over this snip from the Tuft & Needle website. First, it gives the impression that Tuft & Needle mattresses are nontoxic and even substantiates...
Brands With BPA-Free Cans
There are now 31 brands using BPA-free cans. Thanks to Environmental Working Group for putting together this list:
Hand Held Shower Heads
Question from Cathleen Hi Debra, Hi. Love your website & all the info. I suffer from many illnesses & sensitvities, including MCS. I am in desperate need of a new hand-held shower head, that is latex-free & preferably USA made. Can you recommend a...
Cat Scratching Posts and Climbing Structures Made Without Carpet
Modular cat climbing structure made from paper at Katris Question from MaryJo Hi Debra, I am concerned about the recent article in the New York Times about the link between flame retardants and the rise in feline hyperthyroidism. I am trying to find scratching...
Throw Pillows
Handwoven organic cotton decorative pillows stuffed with kapok from Coyuchi Question from TA Hi Debra, I'm wondering what you recommend for throw pillows. I'd like to replace the old, synthetic ones we have. What is the best option for the "insert" or fill that...
Experience With Avoiding PVC Medical Bags and Tubing?
Question from Colleen Hi Debra, I need to have a colonoscopy and may have to have other surgery. I have reactive airway disease and asthma which is triggered by vinyl shower curtains. They are made with DEHP which is also in IV bags, tubing, etc that the...
