Are Organic Sheets Healthier Than Non?
I have been wondering recently if using Organic bedding would be better then using the generic 100% cotton. I have never had an aversion to using generic, but I realized that after my son was born he was starting to [...]
I have been wondering recently if using Organic bedding would be better then using the generic 100% cotton. I have never had an aversion to using generic, but I realized that after my son was born he was starting to show signs of eczema. I knew that this was a fairly common skin condition with a host of possibilities that could cause it. So, like any moms I want to investigate what could be causing it.
My husband and I started with shampoo, soap, and laundry detergent. When those showed no sign for his improvement we moved to possible food allergies and sensitivities. Still there was no change after a month. A family member recommended I try organic cotton sheets. We had switched our whole house over to organic everything, but the bedding. I thought that it couldn’t hurt to try. To our surprise switching the sheets did work.
I had never paid attention to the sheets I bought my son before, but when we went looking for his new set we realized that many sheets had fire-retardant on them. These chemicals are well known to cause eye, throat, and skin irritation. When I went looking for some extra information this is what I found.
Most non-organic bedding is made of a 50/50 blend. The blend is typically 50 percent non-organic cotton and 50 percent polyester. Polyester is made from a petrochemical blend. And cotton sheets are made differently. In the production of non-organic cotton, farmers use large amounts of pesticides.
The production and buying of organic beddings is also much better for the environment than if you were to buy non-organic bedding. Spraying chemicals and pesticides is not only unhealthy for us but is also unhealthy for the environment: these sprays deteriorate and deplete the Earth’s ozone layer. The elimination of the use of these pesticides and chemicals will lead to a healthier environment for all.
If you are looking for retailers in the area check out Holy Lamb Organics, Target, and Natural Spaces.
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I am a Holistic Life Coach, health coach and meditation teacher. My goal is to help people find inner peace and contentment during times of stress and worry. I have a passion for assisting those with anxiety disorders, stress, health and nutrition. I believe we are made of mind, body, soul, and environment. It is of much importance to keep good health in each one of these areas.