This comprehensive and authoritative handbook, written by scientists, identifies many hazards that parents tend to overlook. It translates technical, scientific information into an accessible how-to guide to help parents protect children from even the most toxic substances.
Contents
Acknowledgements
Preface
Introduction
PART I. The Healthy Playroom
Chapter I. Limiting Lead Paint and Dust
Chapter 2. Ridding Your Home of Radon
Chapter 3. Controlling Crumbling Asbestos
Chapter 4. Getting Rid of Toxic Art Materials
PART II. The Healthy Yard
Chapter 5. Maintaining a Chemical-Free Yard
Chapter 6. Keeping Biting Pests At Bay
Chapter 7. Breathing Defensively Outdoors
Chapter 8. Sunning Safely
PART III. The Healthy Meal
Chapter 9. Purging Pesticides from Produce
Chapter 10. Reducing Hazards in Poultry, Fish, and Milk
Chapter 11. Subtracting Additives from Processed Foods
Chapter 12. Curbing Contaminants in Water
PART IV. The Healthy Nap
Chapter 13. Reducing Harmful Gases
Chapter 14. Battling Bio-Nasties
Chapter 15. Avoiding Electromagnetic Fields
PART V. The Healthy Cleanup
Chapter 16. Choosing Safes Household Products
Chapter 17. Eradicating Indoor Pests Sanely
Chapter 18. Disposing of Hazardous Household Products
Appendix: EPA Regional Office
Selected Bibliography
Index