Organic cotton is grown without the use of chemical fertilizers or pesticides. Additionally, the Royal-Pedic Organic Cotton Mattress, the Royal-Pedic Organic Natural Latex Mattress, and the Royal-Pedic Organic Cotton Crib Mattress are manufactured without the use of formaldehyde, glues, dyes, resins, polyurethane foam, or synthetic latex. See Royal-Pedic Premium, Natural Materials to learn more.

For SIDS prevention it is NOT necessary to use organic cotton. Launder all baby bedding well, before use. Organic cotton is nice to use for other environmental reasons, but do not stress over this if it is out of your budget. Your baby's bedding should be 100% cotton, including blanket (we use flannel) and underblanket (the fabric that goes between mattress cover and fitted sheet). We used a regular cotton bath towel for our underblanket and it worked wonderfully. See similar questions...

The Under the Nile 100% organic cotton toys can be washed and dried on a delicate cycle in your machine. Haba prides itself on quality materials and safety. The company uses maple and beechwood in its designs to promote durable, splinter-free play. The deep rich color of the woods used in Haba toys will enliven play and engage your child. Moreover, the elegant simplicity of these wooden pieces encourages imagination and complex problem solving. See similar questions...

Natural' often is misrepresented in product labeling to imply 'healthful,' but 'natural' only means that the product has undergone minimal processing. Unlike products that are certified organic, natural products have no certification or inspection system. Also, 'natural' does not necessarily relate to growing methods or the use of preservatives. See similar questions...

Think of the difference between a physician and a dentist. Both are health care practitioners but in different medical professions. Both are legally entitled to use the title "doctor." Chiropractic is complementary to other areas of primary health care, as are an obstetrics or dermatology. It is not a replacement for medical care, but its emphasis on non-invasive and preventive measures may offer an alternative to medication and surgery in many circumstances. See similar questions...

Conventionally grown cotton is one of the most pesticide-intensive crops in the world. Organic farming is healing the planet and promoting sustainable agriculture and communities, now and for the future. Choosing organic cotton pads is basically upping the environmental benefits of an already responsible choice. Because organic cotton is made without pesticides and chemicals, we recommend organic cotton pads and underwear for women with skin allergies and sensitivities. See similar questions...

The natural latex core in the Royal-Pedic 7-Zone Natural Latex Mattress conforms to the body and provides the right level of support in all the right places. In addition, it is naturally antibacterial and resistant to dust mites. Royal-Pedic Cotton Mattresses feature the Royal-Flex innerspring system, which has 85% more coils than standard mattresses and also provides excellent orthopedic support. See the Royal-Pedic Mattress Buying Guide to learn more. See similar questions...

The difference between cotton and cotton/poly blend is often a matter of personal taste. 100% cotton is very popular in because it is comfortable, cool and available in a great variety of styles and colors. It is a natural fabric, more absorbent than the cotton/polyester blend, and "breaths" better. See similar questions...

Polyester rope is bright white where as cotton rope is more of a beige color. Polyester rope will last longer outdoors then cotton rope. Some people say that cotton rope is more comfortable then polyester. This is largely a matter of opinion. See similar questions...

To obtain organic certification for a product a minimum of 95% of all ingredients of agricultural origin must be certified organic. The remaining 5% (or less) of ingredients are also bound by strict guidelines. They are, for example, not permitted to be synthetic chemicals or artificially processed ingredients. Independent third-party guarantee of quality, and purity of ingredients. * Safe, clean and potent plant extracts of high vitality. See similar questions...

Organic milk is just one of many options in the dairy case to fit different lifestyles and personal preferences. Organic and regular milk are equally as good for you. Check the nutrition label, and you'll see that every 8-ounce serving offers the same amount of essential nutrients. See similar questions...

In a word, no. ALL mattresses should be wrapped with a BabeSafe mattress cover. Mattresses cannot be certified to be free from phosphorus, arsenic, and antimony, and these alternative mattresses are simply more expensive with no additional guarantee to prevent toxic gases. See similar questions...

Two-ply cotton fabrics feel silkier and make a more comfortable shirt. Two threads are twisted together to make one yarn. This yarn is then lightly woven, creating a very smooth and strong fabric. See similar questions...

It has become very popular in aromatherapy to use only organic oils. In our experience, organic may not necessarily mean better. When oils are steam distilled, offensive or harmful pesticides are left behind. The pesticide reside is too big to pass through the distillation process. The only way pesticides could get through is if plants were newly sprayed at harvest time. The likelihood of this is slim. See similar questions...

Organic soymilk is made with whole organic soybeans and meets the USDA certification standards. Non-organic soymilk can be made with organic or non-organic soybeans but contains other non-organic ingredients that do not allow it to achieve the percentage of organic ingredients dictated by the USDA. Some natural flavors are made with non-organic ingredients, rendering the soymilk non-organic. See similar questions...

The difference is the targeted organs. In cardiac ultrasound the focus is on the heart and the great vessels in the chest cavity. In vascular ultrasound the focus is on the rest of the arteries and veins that make up the circulatory system in the human body. This includes arteries and veins in the head, neck, arms, abdomen, pelvis and legs. In general ultrasound the focus is on organs such as the liver, gall bladder, kidneys, joints etc. See similar questions...

Deluxe Lunapanties give me that extra bit of piece of mind because they have the nylon lining." -Sylvia P. Original Lunapanties padded panties are for light flow, “just in case” backup protection when using an internal product, or everyday pantyliner-style protection. They feature: bands that hold Luna Liners, enabling you to adjust absorbency and easily freshen the pad throughout the day as needed. See similar questions...

Our body's natural magnetic field is created by the flow of electrically charged ions in and out of cells and the transmission of electric impulses through cell membranes. Only Pulsing ElectroMagnetic Field (PEMF) force and not static magnets can influence on a cellular level. See similar questions...

Slaked lime putty is quicklime (burned limestone) that has been mixed with water and allowed to age. Slaked lime putty for frescoes is finer than regular slaked lime, and it's been aged longer in order to make it smoother. This is crucial for frescoe work, which depends on very smooth surfaces. See similar questions...

Generally wild-crafted herbs are grown and harvested in their natural habitat, while organic herbs are grown under controlled situations. Here at Penn Herb, the majority of our herbs are wild-crafted. Our suppliers assure us that the botanicals are free of chemical pesticides and are not irradiated. See similar questions...