It's a blustery day today as Tropical Storm Alberto is blowing through. Fortunately, we still have had power so I could finish up this newsletter and get it out to you! Debra :-)
HEALTH, HOME & HABITAT #46 ~ 13 June 2006
* AT HOME WITH DEBRA: My Health Care Team
Health, Home & Habitat Back Issues
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AT HOME WITH DEBRA: My Health Care Team Like everything else, I want my health care to be as natural as possible. In this issue, I tell about the types of health care providers I go to, how I get my thyroid prescription without going to an MD, and what I am using instead of health insurance. Learn about my health care choices...
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ABOUT: Natural Mosquito Relief Mosquitoes seem to just be part of summer. But we needn't be bothered by them or use toxic chemicals to repel them. Learn a variety of strategies for dealing with mosquitoes, from repellents and environmental controls to netting and even how to make your body less attractive to them. Find out how to protect yourself from mosquitoes naturally...
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MONEY-SAVING TIPS: Natural and Affordable Laundry Products Well, if you search long enough for something and you'll eventually find it... Finally, here is an affordable natural, unscented, saop-based laundry product with rave testamonials (I haven't tried it yet). It's called Charlie's Soap. You'll have to order it online, but it costs only 16 cents a load, and if you buy the 5-gallon bucket, the price goes down to 10 cents a load--including shipping. So now you can have natural, and affordable too. For bleach, Chlorox Oxy-Magic Multi-Purpose Stain Remover is available in most supermarkets, and priced accordingly. Fragrance-free, chlorine-free, and made from natural minerals (and It works even better than OxyClean.)
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DEBRA'S LIST: New links Here are just some of the links I recently added to Debra's List. Snooty Pawtooty Scrumptious, nutritious, gourmet treats that you can share with your dog...they are hand made to order with the freshest human grade natural ingredients. Made by gourmet cooks who are also experts in canine health and nutrition, these treats look like popular food products, including pizza, biscotti, and fudge. Approach Biological Odor Eliminator I tried a sample of this and it really works! Almost instantly (less than 5 seconds). It even worked on really strong odors, while being itself almost odor-free. AlerG Houshold products chosen to be free of irritants that cause symptoms of allergy and multiple chemical sensitivities. Refreshingly Free Fragrance-free nontoxic and natural cleaning and bodycare products, including an "odorless, nontoxic nail polish". MiEssence Organic personal care products, certified to International standards for organic foods. Yes, they meet organic food standards.
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Q & A: Fragrance-free Hairspray In the last issue I ran a request for fragrance-free hairspray from a woman with MCS who needs to use hairspray and her favorite brand she has been using has been discontinued. I myself don't use hairspray, so I have no personal experience. Here are your responses. Thank you!
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Q & A: Nontoxic Spackle I need non-toxic spackling for sealing cracks in my drywalls. Help! J. W.
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Q & A: Pesticides On Golf Courses A friend of mine is looking at buying a house on a golf course and I'm concerned about her and her family being exposed to pesticides from spraying the lawn. Can you point me to some information on the danger of pesticides near golf courses?
F.W.
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If you have a question of general interest, I am happy to answer free it in this newsletter and post it on my website for others to benefit from. If you have a question you would like to submit, please send me an email to debra@dld123.com with your question. It may take two to four weeks or longer for your question to appear in the newsletter. Usually I send an immediate quick answer to email questions, but then give a more detailed answer in the newsletter. All of the questions and answers, including those in the current issue, can be accessed through the Q&A index page at http://dld123.com/q&a/index.php. I also am available to answer your questions immediately and personally with a paid telephone consultation.
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CLASSIFIED ADS SIMPLY THE FINEST SKIN, BODY, COSMETIC AND HEALTH CARE PRODUCTS YOU CAN BUY. Certified Organic and synthethic chemical free. 10% off and free shipping on orders over $100. Erin: 541-913-6836 www.elyorganics.com INSTITUTE FOR BUILDING BIOLOGY HELPS YOU CREATE HEALTHY HOMES BY UNDERSTANDING AND IMPROVING CRITICAL ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS. Our 2006 seminar series includes Indoor Air Quality, August 10-15: Health Issues/Measurements/Wireless/Cell Phone Towers/Solutions. Call 727-461-4371 or visit www.buildingbiology.net SUMMER IS IN THE AIR!! But so are pollutants, allergens, toxins and more. That is why we are offering FREE SHIPPING on all of our air purifiers! Medical HEPA filters to remove 99.97% of airborne particles and carbon or carbon/zeolite mix for removal of gases & chemicals. www.GreenNest.com ORGANIC FRUIT SNACK BARS. Bear Fruit Bar is a Backpacker Magazine favorite· see their June organic snacks taste test! No wheat, dairy, nuts or added sugar· just real dried apples and fruit juice. A tasty, convenient way to get your antioxidants and complex carbohydrates. www.morfoods.com CANTEEN FOR KIDS TO CARRY CLEAN WATER. Reusable, lightweight, stainless steel water bottle that does not leach toxins into its contents like plastic water bottles do. Compact size fits most lunchboxes and is easy for kids to handle. Bottle your own home-filtered water and keep plastic bottles out of landfills. Kid's Klean Kanteen. www.greenfeet.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 DOES YOUR BODY CRAVE SALT? GIVE IT WHAT 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 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 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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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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Debra's List
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100s of links
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