Cotton fiber and human health

Along with the increase in production in the world clothing industry, there is an increase in the field of artificial (synthetic) fiber material in the field of weaving. Of course, the high production of this type of material does not mean that it is harmless to human health. Since most people do not have accurate information about this, they cannot focus too much on the harms of synthetic material. In general, the harmfulness of synthetic material allows natural cotton fiber to continue to be the main raw material in this industry.

We noted that synthetic fibers are harmful. What are synthetic fibers made of? The first raw materials of this material are obtained from natural gas and oil products, coal, ethylene and similar sources. High-molecular substances are obtained by processing these types of solutions in a complex process. Fiber is made from a solution of high-molecular substances obtained. In the following title, we will mention the health effects of synthetic fiber clothing.

Why is cotton clothing (fabric) important?

For example, underwear should be made of cotton. If the underwear is made of cotton, the skin secretions move well. In synthetic fabrics, the secretion is poorly absorbed and causes itching along with skin irritation. Pregnant women are generally not advised to wear synthetic fabrics, as synthetic fabrics have a negative effect on the skin's ability to breathe and prevent the body from sweating. This is one of the factors that directly affect the body.

In general, cotton clothes do not compress the human body and fit the body well in any shape. Clothing made of natural cotton does not weigh on the human body, ie this type of clothing is light. In synthetic fabrics, these nuances are different. For example, synthetic clothes compress the human body and are not light. Clothing should not exceed 8-10 percent of body weight, but synthetic fibers are heavy.

Dyeing clothes made of natural cotton does not have any negative effects on the body, as it is difficult to dye sooner or later. In synthetic fabrics, the dye comes off easily. If you wear clothes made of synthetic material in hot weather, many substances can pass from the clothes to your skin when you sweat. Even when this type of clothing is washed or perfumed, it can mix with the ingredients in the garment. If you are wearing tight synthetic clothing, harmful substances inside the fabric can penetrate the skin.

Finally, we can say that cotton clothes absorb the necessary rays to the body. Synthetic fabrics do not transmit the necessary radiation to the body. Synthetic materials such as kapron and nylon transmit ultraviolet light at 50-70 percent. So, pay attention to cotton fabrics in your everyday clothes. Take care of your health.