After several weeks of work setting this up, today I am so happy to announce that Debra's Green Classifieds is up and running! Now the next step is it needs some ads! I posted a few to get started, so take a look (and post an ad, if you want to). I'm excited about the possibilities. Read more below... Debra :-) HEALTH, HOME & HABITAT #156 ~ 14 October 2008 * NEW! DEBRA'S GREEN CLASSIFIEDS If the links don't work on this newsletter, you can view it online at http://www.dld123.com/newsletter/newsletterupdateback.html Health, Home & Habitat Back Issues (tables of contents) "Home Safe Home is a must for anyone living in today's world since we live in such a chemical society." -- Kelly Preston
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NEW! DEBRAS'S GREEN CLASSIFIEDS I'm so excited to announce this new feature on my website. Like my Green Living Q&A blog, Debra's Green Classifieds is a place where all of you can participate. It is open to both individuals and businesses to sell products that have some health and/or environmental benefit, and talk about these products in your own words. The ads are like Craig's List, where there is an index page for a category, and then you click through to a full page ad. You can even add graphics and photos if you want. Prices are very inexpensive, starting at only $7 for a one week ad. That's a full page with unlimited words. And prices are discounted from there for longer insertions. This really opens up the possibilities for what can be offered and found on my website. And, each ad is required to give the location, so you can easily estimate shipping and find or advertise local products and services. You can even search for products by location. Today is the first day, so there aren't many ads up yet. You can see them all by clicking on "Recent Ads" in the navigation bar across the top. This is a place where you can save money by buying used green products, or make money by selling things you have but no longer need or want. You can advertise your green business or service, no matter how big or small. Let's make this a vibrant and thriving place to buy and sell green goods and services. visit Debra's Green Classifieds home page... * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * GREEN LIVING Q&A BLOG Here are the questions and new comments posted through last night. Remember, you are welcome to share your own comments and experience in response to any of these questions, and post questions of your own. To read and comment on more questions posted previously go to Green Living Q&A blog.
Caulk I just recently purchased a "non-toxic" caulk from a building materials site listed on "Debra's List." However, after I read the back of the bottle it lists the following items: "Contains TALC, 2,2,4-TRIMETHYL-1, 3-pentanediol MONO-SOBUTYRATE, VINYL ACETATE AND ACETALDEHYDE. MAY ALSO CONTAIN CARBON BLACK OR TITANIUM DIOXIDE." OK this concerns me because I don't really know what any of the above exactly means. Is this safe enough to use? Meaning, will it be safe after it dries? Or should I send it back? I was unable to download the MSDS from their website. Lotus Sanitizing System Hello, gypsy moth natural solution sought Hello, The new EdenPure Gen3 Quartz Infrared Portable Heater Hi Debra, Dr. woods fragrance: natural or synthetic? I bought some Dr. Woods black Castille soap with shea butter. It says it is all natural, but "fragrance" (not essential oil or natural fragrance) is listed in the ingredients. It doesn't smell like a natural fragrance, and 2 emails to the company have gone unanswered. Does anyone know if it is a 100% natural product? Less toxic expanding foam? We need to use foam in our new construction for a few issues Low/no VOC Clear Sealer For Deck I'm looking for a non-toxic, low(or no) VOC sealer that can be used to cover our newly installed deck floor. The deck floor is a hardwood (maple)from Brazil light in color. It is a very dense wood and pre-drilling was necessary. If possible, I would like to seal this yet this fall before the Michigan winter sets in. Mice control I read an article explaining to dip cotton in peppermint oil and place in areas likely to attract rodent traffic. Cleaned up my laundry room and placed several in the room. I used pieces of a cotton t-shirt tied in a small bundle and saturated with the peppermint oil. My laundry room smells nice, but since this is the first time I have tried this, I was wondering how often I would have to do this. Will these last me throughout the winter months? Thanks! Polyurethane foam in bra padding I have recently found out that some bra companies are using polyurethane foam in the padding. I was shocked to see it on the label. The specific brand is Hanes and Barely There. I am wondering about the use of it in bras. How can this be safe? Are there safe alternatives? Some companies don't list what is in the padding. Thanks for your input. ikea birch closet Dear Debora, Makeup Remover Hi, Cleaning antique china dishes I was given a set of china dishes. Several of them are "brown with age", but in good condition otherwise. Can anyone tell me how to get rid of this brown shadow across the dishes? Settling of wall insulation Hi Debra, lead in power cord I recently purchased a Gold N Hot ceramic flat iron straightening iron. When I opened it there was a tag reading Warning: The power cord on this product contains lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. Another Hardwood floor question! We just pulled up carpet from a house that was built in the 1950's. Underneath is a beautiful Oak hardwood floor. We need to apply a finish to it. We have a chemically sensitive son, and three big dogs. What finish would you recommend that is nontoxic, yet very strong to resist nail scratches from dogs?! * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * CLASSIFIED ADS to place a classified ad in this newsletter... REUSABLE BAGS. Eliminate disposable plastic bags and bottles from your life. Bags of all shapes and sizes are made from cotton, organic cotton, hemp, and recycled materials. Shopping bags, tote bags, and everything you need to pack a lunch. Reusable produce bags really keep organic food fresh. Reusable aluminum drink bottles. www.ReusableBags.com
SOAPSTONE COOKWARE IS NATURALLY NONSTICK. Natural stone cookware is beautiful, warms food quickly over low heat, is bacteria-resistant and naturally non-stick, and is so durable it can be handed down for several generations. Food tastes better cooked in soapstone. www.greenfeet.com FIX WHOLE, ORGANIC FOODS FAST IN A VITAMIX. Whole food vegetable and fruit juices, creamy soups, frozen treats, whole grain breads, fresh nut butters and more are yours in minutes, made from your own organic ingredients. www.vitamix.com GIVE YOUR BODY THE NATURAL SALT IT NEEDS. Revive your energy with natural living salt. Contains 84 minerals essential to human life. Hand-mined to retain original primordial vibration pattern. Delicious taste makes food "come alive". A life-giving, natural, whole food. Email info@himalayanlivingsalt.com for free sample. www.himalayanlivingsalt.com SUSTAINABILY-HARVESTED WILD SALMON and other wild fish from the pristine waters of Alaska. Flash frozen, smoked, sausage and burgers, cans and pouches, salmon caviar. www.vitalchoice.com CALL FOR A HEALTHY BED CONSULTATION. 100% wool-filled and wool-encased mattress of heirloom quality, placed on a slatted wood frame for optimal airflow. Our wool fill comes from the EcoDomestic Wool Project and Woolgatherer Carding Mill in Montague, California, home of our production company. Available in U.S. and Canada. www.shepherdsdream.com SOLUTIONS FOR FLUORIDE HAZARD! Custom made water filters. Removes fluoride, arsenic, chlorine and chloramines without taking out the good minerals that make water wholesome. Whole house systems, under the counter systems, and 100% chlorine-free pool and spa system. Medical grade alkaline water unit. Natural Plus Plus LLC 727-447-2344 www.gobeyondorganic.com
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|  The new, revised, edition of Home Safe Home is now available in bookstores nationwide. Home Safe Home tells what toxic chemicals are generally found in specific household products of all types, and safe solutions you can buy or make at home. It's different from other books on toxic chemicals because the focus really is what you can do to protect yourself and your family and create a healthy home. I bring over twenty years of research and personal real-life experience to this book. * 10 Simple, Inexpensive Things You Can Do To Reduce Household Toxics * How Toxic is Your Home? Quiz (excerpt from the book) * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
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