We're right in the midst of thunderstorm season here in central Florida, so I'm preparing today's newsletter between storms (can't use the computer if a storm is in the vicinity because of lightening strikes). Had more Q&A this week than are posted, but just coudn't get them all up around the thunderstorms. Next week... So I'm going to get this out to you as quickly as I can before the next storm rolls in. I can hear it in the distance... Debra :-) HEALTH, HOME & HABITAT #94 ~ 24 July 2007 * DEMATERIALIZATION 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) * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * DEMATERIALIZATION Since this newsletter and most of my work revolve around making consumer choices, every one in a while I need to balance that out with a few words about helping health and the environment by simply having fewer things. In my own life I seem to go through phases of accumulating and simplifying, and right now I'm just starting a new phase of paring my possessions down to what is essential, allowing more freedom to accomplish personal goals. My husband have started a process of going through our things and sorting them out to keep, to sell at a garage sale, and to give away. It's amazing how much stuff we tend to keep around that we can't find when we need it, or we no longer need it, or we just don't like or want any more. And so, I've dug up an article I wrote on the subject five years ago. I'm not saying we shouldn't buy things we need, just consider what is really needed. Before summer ends, while we still have the opportunity for lazy days, why not take a look around the house and see if there aren't some things you can "recycle" back in to circulation, so someone else can use them instead of buying a new product? Read about how I went from being a material girl to living a more simple life... * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * GREEN LIVING Q&A BLOG Here are the questions and new comments posted through yesterday. 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.
* Dove soap not fragrance free Manufacturer will only release information on the ingredient "Malto" if a letter is written, so how about a pile of letters... * Curly Hair Products brings up the question: do we need hair care products at all? * How To Repel Ants So They Don't Come Back safe for dishwasher seals? I've been using a 1 to 1 mix of borax & washing soda in our dishwasher, my husband is concerned that it might eat the seals in the washer. Is there any info. about this? I'd appreciate any info. Also does using this mixture void warranties ?
colored glass I want to buy some Anchor Hocking glass plates and bowls. I would like to buy either the blue or green glass dishes. Is colored glass as safe as clear glass? Thanks Can vinegar be causeing pilling on my clothes? Since I have been reading so much on how great vinegar is for laundry for a variety of different reasons, I have been using vinegar in my rinse dispenser and in my bleach dispenser. I use no more then a cup. Sometimes I just use half a cup in the rinse dispenser. Do you think this can be causing pilling on my clothes? The longest I have my clothes in the dryer,on delicate, is 3 minutes to get the dog hair off my clothes and then I air dry, so I do not think it is from the dryer? I wash my clothes in cold water only and on a delicate cycle. I also use seventh generation soap and use very little, like maybe only 1/8 of a cup. I'm ready to go crazy because my clothes are getting ruined and I am having to get rid of them. If you have any ideas regarding this I would greatly appreciate your advice. NAET A Successful Treatment Program for MCS I wanted to tell your readers about a treatment program that I received for chemical sensitivity. I am an artist and at the end of last year I spent many hours in my studio using materials which I later found out contained ammonia and formaldehyde. As a result, I became very chemically sensitive.
Reversing Dementia My dad was recently diagnosed as being in the beginning stages of dementia. He is 83. His doctor prescribed Aricept but I took my dad off it because I noticed that it made him extremely tired all the time. Does anyone know of any natural remedy/food/vitamin that helps or cures dementia?
Aranizer air purifier Has anyone used an Aranizer (or Araniser?)air purifier? A Baubiologie inspector recommended it. The company says some Chem. sens. people have had good results with feeling much better when they're using it and with having more freedom to be in public places. They also state that it can remove toxins from inside walls, I believe, though apparently this may take months of continuous use. We bought a house that is still problematic for me over a year ago now, and are looking for solutions. We haven't been able to sell the house in the current market. As others may know, it's a tough position to be in. Thanks for any feedback on this. DABB
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