The world has taken great strides in realizing the far-reaching effects of non-natural materials. Though food production and consumption has received the greatest emphasis in the context of avoiding hazardous chemicals, an awareness of the destructive effects of synthetic material in clothing is growing. The need for protection from the elements, mainly from exposure to ultra violate sun rays is known to all. However, since the skin is the most absorbant organ in the body, the detriment posed by wearing non-health-conscious clothing is significant.

One of the greatest discoveries in the world of healthy clothing is that of Bamboo fabric. Bamboo fibers are smooth and round, and so bamboo fabric is soft and porous. Its porous nature renders it light and absorbant - making it ideal fabric for ventilation and perspiration absorption. It also contains a natural substance called kun which serves as both an antibacterial and anti fungal, thus handling unwanted germs and preventing odor. Finally, Bamboo is one of the fastest growing plants in the world, and so can be harvested and regrown easliy without chemical fertilizers. In addition it is naturally disease and pest resistant, and therefore does need to be protected with pesticides.

Below are some links to retailers of organic fabrics:
• Elroy Apparel
• Bamboo USA
• Bamboo Fabric Store
• Hornet Mountain
• Ecocentrik Apparel
• Yes It's Organic