sharper than my Messermeisters...) 10) Not exactly non-toxic, but beats the fumigation alternatives... Put a flea collar in the vacuum bag/chamber. It’ll kill the fleas before they can escape back to the house-at-large. Yes,... (3 replies, last updated by Brandon Nelson June 13, 2007)

aesthetic concerns. Glass/Pyrex/etc. is nice and clean and goes anywhere, but it’s plenty harmful when you drop it! ;) And let’s not even mention all the potential nasties in the food you cook in that non-toxic pot. (25 replies, last updated by werewolf December 26, 2008)

With the growing number of articles telling us that teflon isn’t safe, I’ve been thinking about throwing out my non-stick pan. I know...cast iron is the best replacement...but I’ve also heard that “ceramic... (15 replies, last updated by chocabot December 1, 2008)

Anyone have experience with Gastrolux pans and cookware? Just wondering about actual use, durability and the non-toxic non-stick claim. I’m not going out to buy one or a set anytime soon (given the price) but the non-toxic... (0 replies, last updated by ML8000 January 4, 2007)

I love a mixture of dish soap and baking soda. I keep the baking soda in a restaurant-style sugar shaker next to my sink. Works on calphalon, all clad, the sink and for tea stains on mugs and coffee cups...and it’s... (3 replies, last updated by mpalmer6c January 10, 2009)

We’re having the kitchen redone and we’re into about the third week of Chinese food and pizza. Can’t afford good restaurants for the whole family seven nights a week indefinitely. So, if anyone knows of a... (1 reply, last updated by aw October 31, 2004)

Thanks on the Mr.Clean eraser tip. Re: cleaning the oven...a can of old fashion oven cleaner would do the job. You can get it at any supermarket. Try the "non-toxic" stuff. Basically you spray the stuff on the surface and come... (11 replies, last updated by kayakado February 14, 2007)

shaklee has a line of non-toxic cleansers, as does whole foods. (8 replies, last updated by soupkitten April 25, 2007)

I’m a little confused by the question. If you are looking for trees that have leaves that would be of culinary value rather than merely “edible” or non-toxic, I would recommend finding a supplier that can sell... (1 reply, last updated by hohokam May 6, 2008)

Adrienne’s is a good thought. Depending on how varied the palettes are in you group, you may do well to walk towards the seaport. There are bigger, chain-like restaurants in the seaport and on the pier if you just want... (5 replies, last updated by curranthound February 16, 2008)

Funny, someone said below that they use Simple Green and occassionally use a stainless steel polish. Simple Green actually makes a stainless steel cleaner & polish, all in one (label says non-toxic, like the green stuff). I buy... (4 replies, last updated by foodwich October 3, 2007)

Yeah. The white vinegar process. It’s non-toxic and will dissolve away the mineral deposits that can clog the water heating system, too. Depending how hard or soft your water is, once every few months or so. (6 replies, last updated by Erika October 11, 2003)

it with a hammer. Most clay is nontoxic, and any bacteria living in it ought to be killed by the heat. Nevertheless, it will give you peace of mind to ask for a clay suitable for classroom use, since this must be nontoxic by law.... (6 replies, last updated by Bruce H. August 21, 2002)

Yes, you can. Most types of Desiccant are non-toxic (8 replies, last updated by Karl S October 20, 2009)

up to a butterfly or moth that will lay eggs on a bean plant. But if you do nothing you could lose most of your radishes in short order. Fortunately there is an excellent non-toxic way to control a wide variety of caterpillars.... (6 replies, last updated by emilymarlow August 5, 2009)