{"id":21250,"title":"Organic Cotton vs Regular Cotton","description":"The affects cotton has on our environment","content":"<p>Organic Cotton vs Regular Cotton<\/p><p><\/p><p>Are you aware that most cotton is genetically engineered? That chemicals such as Monsanto's Roundup are sprayed on the plants right before harvest, contaminating both the plants and soil (and thus the water supply)?<\/p><p><\/p><p>These chemicals destroy ecosystems affecting human health, and since 1950 pesticide use in the US alone has increased from 3 million pounds to more than 260 million pounds per year today. We couldn\u2019t find enough information on the UK and worldwide pesticide use, but the numbers we saw were shocking.<\/p><p><\/p><p>More and more people are choosing to buy 100% organic cotton clothing. Where is this trend taking us, and why are people turning to organic cotton clothing in the first place? Is it all about the health benefits? Or is there another reason why women prefer to buy organic cotton clothing? Let\u2019s find out.<\/p><p><\/p><p><img src=\"https:\/\/images.teemill.com\/vfo50omk5c4qvgu8v6ke3pfrjm45qnkmyamddsbwh35i6vcb.jpg\" alt=\"vfo50omk5c4qvgu8v6ke3pfrjm45qnkmyamddsbwh35i6vcb.jpg\" \/><\/p><p>Cotton is often regarded as the fabric of our lives, and can be found in almost any store imaginable. But cotton clothing comes at a cost. There are innumerable ways the conventional cotton industry is harmful to the planet, the environment, and the people around it. And while we don't think twice about grabbing a t-shirt or pair of socks off the rack, our carefree attitude toward cotton changes once we learn about its dark side.<\/p><p><\/p><p>Whether you are environmentally conscious, health-conscious, or simply looking for a better quality of clothing, you'll want to consider organic cotton. Organic Cotton Plus describes it as <strong><em><span style=\"font-family:arial, sans-serif;\">C<\/span>otton grown using methods and materials that have a low impact on the environment<\/em><\/strong>. Organic cotton is the same product that makes up those garments sitting in your closet right now, it's just grown using different methods. But what\u2019s the difference?<\/p><p><\/p><p>Our organic cotton is pesticide and chemical-free, GMO-free, plastic-free, uses less water to make, promotes wildlife, pays farmers fairly, protects the health of farmers from deadly pesticide poisoning, produces less CO2 than regular cotton (we\u2019re carbon neutral), is better for your skin than regular cotton, is more durable than regular cotton, is softer than regular cotton, is more breathable than regular cotton, can biodegrade, is moisture controlling, pest-resistant, and so much more! If this doesn\u2019t convince you to make the switch then maybe our cool designs will!<\/p><p><\/p><p><img src=\"https:\/\/images.teemill.com\/4gbGHbPHP3zhtTQNU1057chHACz1adATy4aqxTrMsFufzxYN.jpeg\" alt=\"4gbGHbPHP3zhtTQNU1057chHACz1adATy4aqxTrMsFufzxYN.jpeg\" \/><\/p><p>We use low-waste, water-based inks and make everything to order in a certified carbon-neutral renewable energy-powered facility in the UK. Without compromising on quality or speed of delivery, your sustainable clothing is a few clicks away. Eco Kaila has hundreds of options for men, women, children, and awesome accessories including tote bags, plastic-free stickers, and puzzles from recycled organic materials. Have a <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ecokaila.com\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">browse here<\/a>.<\/p><p><\/p><p>Hopefully, you\u2019ll now understand that organic clothing is not only more eco-friendly, but also carries huge benefits for your family\u2019s health.<\/p><p><\/p><p>References &amp; useful links to learn more:<\/p><p><\/p><p><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/cariki.co.uk\/blogs\/the-green-road\/why-is-organic-cotton-better\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/cariki.co.uk\/blogs\/the-green-road\/why-is-organic-cotton-better<\/a><\/p><p><\/p><p><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fabricsgalore.co.uk\/blogs\/news\/the-benefits-of-organic-cotton\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/www.fabricsgalore.co.uk\/blogs\/news\/the-benefits-of-organic-cotton<\/a><\/p><p><\/p><p><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.panaprium.com\/blogs\/i\/organic-cotton-skin\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/www.panaprium.com\/blogs\/i\/organic-cotton-skin<\/a><\/p><p><\/p><p><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.heddels.com\/2018\/06\/what-is-organic-cotton-and-is-it-worth-it\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/www.heddels.com\/2018\/06\/what-is-organic-cotton-and-is-it-worth-it\/<\/a><\/p><p><\/p><p><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/hellojackalo.com\/blogs\/news\/fabric-decompose\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/hellojackalo.com\/blogs\/news\/fabric-decompose<\/a><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><a target=\"_blank\" class=\"cursor-pointer tml-tag d-inline-flex align-items-center blog-tag-list-item mb-2 mr-3\" href=\"https:\/\/ecokaila.com\/blog\/tagged\/eco-kaila\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><br \/><\/a><\/p>","urlTitle":"organic-cotton-vs-regular-cotton","url":"\/blog\/organic-cotton-vs-regular-cotton\/","editListUrl":"\/my-blogs","editUrl":"\/my-blogs\/edit\/organic-cotton-vs-regular-cotton\/","fullUrl":"https:\/\/ecokaila.com\/blog\/organic-cotton-vs-regular-cotton\/","featured":false,"published":true,"showOnSitemap":true,"hidden":false,"visibility":null,"createdAt":1664201513,"updatedAt":1684750292,"publishedAt":1664201915,"lastReadAt":null,"division":{"id":123861,"name":"EcoKaila"},"tags":[],"metaImage":{"original":"https:\/\/images.podos.io\/0ob5sevkiioevanl2kwypjdfmojynunnira0xdbzprvikk4q.jpeg","thumbnail":"https:\/\/images.podos.io\/0ob5sevkiioevanl2kwypjdfmojynunnira0xdbzprvikk4q.jpeg.jpg?w=1140&h=855","banner":"https:\/\/images.podos.io\/0ob5sevkiioevanl2kwypjdfmojynunnira0xdbzprvikk4q.jpeg.jpg?w=1920&h=1440"},"metaTitle":"Organic Cotton vs Regular Cotton | Discover the Difference","metaDescription":"Learn about the environmental impact, health benefits, and sustainability factors of Organic vs Regular Cotton. 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