I'm a bit late with the newsletter today because a LOT has been going on and it's just me doing the newsletter... I'm going to Orlando later this week to tape a television show at Universal Studios and then two weeks from today I'll be leaving to go speak at a cancer prevention conference in Ottawa, Canada. If you live in the area and would like to attend, visit their website at http://www.preventcancernow.ca. Hope to meet some of you there!
Debra :-) HEALTH, HOME & HABITAT #83 ~ 8 May 2007 * HELP PHASE OUT PVC 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 Issue (tables of contents) * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * HELP PHASE OUT PVC Good news! There is now a national campaign to phase out PVC plastic. Last week, both Wal-Mart and Apple announced major new policies to phase out PVC in baby bibs, children's products, and computers. The Center for Health, Environment and Justice is asking consumers to deliver letters to Target stores on May 24th, asking them to phase out this unnecessary and dangerous plastic and switch to safer and healthier products. The organization is providing a sample letter to hand-deliver, easy-to-follow instructions, and additional supporting materials. For more information visit the BE SAFE PVC campaign's website: PVC-The Poison Plastic... * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * NEW ON DEBRA'S LIST Here are the links I added to Debra's List this past week. Fish Lips Paper Designs make recycled gift wrap that doesn't look recycled. Their own original hip and modern designs are printed in the USA on smooth semi-glass 100% post-consumer recycled papers with non-toxic soy based inks. AqueousNymph.com makes their own fine bath products in small batches using top quality organic and fairtrade herbs and botanicals, plants grown in their own gardens or gently wildcrafted. Products are produced in a way to "maintain the original life-force of the plants." Crayon Rocks are charming nontoxic soy wax crayons in beautiful colors, made in the shape of pebbles. Slight indentations allow small fingers to color in large, wide strokes, preparing fingers and hands for pen and pencil use. Greenguard has a directory of building and interior products certified by independent laboratory tests emit few pollutants into indoor environments. H2ouse gives a comprehensive look at how you can save water all around your home and garden. On the Green Building page, I added Built It Green with their free Green Building Guidelines and AccessGreen Directory of green building products, City of Seattle Green Home Remodeling Guides with free user-friendly guides to various aspects of green remodeling, and Earthcraft House a green building program that focuses on saving energy and other environmental benefits. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * GREEN LIVING Q&A BLOG Here are the questions and new comments posted through this morning. 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.
* Prevent outgassing of a foam back wedge has a source for natural latex foam that can be used to make whatever you want * Cleaning All-Clad Stainless Steel Pans has info on what SOS pads are made from, and new references on dangers of stainless steel. * Laundry softener shows a concensus for using... * Lead on Power Cords has resources for LEAD-FREE power cords * Dishwasher Detergent Green School Resources? I'm concerned about the toxic exposures my son may be having at school. Can you point me to some resources? I'm considering pulling him out of school and homeschooling him. Washing Soda Same as Baking Soda? Is Arm and Hammer Super Washing Soda the same as Arm and Hammmer Baking Soda just in a bigger box ? BARBARA urethane foam in upholstered furniture We recently built a new house and have killed ourselves trying to make it healthy for our 2 young daughters with all kinds of health issues. We did as much as we knew to do, including solid wood cabinets, healthy paint, hardwood and ceramic tile floors, etc. We also bought completely solid wood furniture. However, I somehow missed the health concerns about upholstered furniture. Since our upholstered furniture has been delivered, our 3-year old has been stuffy with a runny nose, and her excema has flared up. I'm afraid it's the furniture. The cushions are 85% urethane foam and 15% resin treated polyester. How unhealthy is it, and what do I do now??? Pet urine killing grass Any suggestions on what to apply on grass to prevent our dog's urine killing the grass? I have yellow spots on my front yard (and he has to start using the back yard!) and I'd like to get them cleared up. Green Bed & Breakfast I am looking for resources to advertise my new Bed and Breakfast, which I call "A Victorian Retreat". Because I don't service coffee, alcohol or other toxic drinks, nor allow smoking, I must create a niche for my products and services. getting pesticide out of clothing HI, safe insulation? I'm in the process of planning a safe home building project (so I can move out of my tent!) I've had trouble testing every insulation (even the soy foam). I do ok with the Ultra Touch, but am worried about mold issues. Do you have a personal favorite you recommend? Or perhaps an insulation that you've heard many people with MCS do ok with? (There is no local dealer for Air Krete so that's out.) Green Child Daycare Does anyone know of any green daycare for children? I'm have a non-toxic home for my child - and am not happy about the idea of putting her into an unhealthy environment - but it seems as if I have no choice. If anyone knows of a healthy, non-toxic, green-living childcare center .... anywhere - please let me know. Mrs. Meyers products Finding Healthy Cleaning Tools Hello, Memory Foam Mattress Outgassing Dear Debra,
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * CLASSIFIED ADS ECO GIFTS FOR MOTHER'S DAY. Great selection of healthy gifts for mom including organic fruit, cookies, tea, wine, spa and garden sets at www.EcoExpress.com. LOTSA BAMBOO. Entire line of Bambu organically grown bamboo products--cutting boards, dinnerware, bowls, utensils, baskets, knives, trays, and more. www.greenfeet.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 DEBRA'S GUIDE TO CHOOSING NATURAL SUN PROTECTION. Instant download e-book by Debra Lynn Dadd tells how you can enjoy the health benefits of sunshine in balance with natural methods of protection when necessary. Order now. DEBRA'S GUIDE TO CHOOSING A NATURAL BED. Instant download e-book by Debra Lynn Dadd covers the types of natural mattresses that are available, all about the materials, natural bedding, the history of natural beds. Order now.
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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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