Bamboo socks can benefit your foot health. Read on to learn about the top 7 benefits of wearing bamboo socks.

Yep, you read it right. Bamboo Socks.

Don't jump right to ideas of wooden socks and clunking feet, though. Socks made from bamboo are similar to the socks you're probably wearing right now except that they are extremely soft and comfortable something you would notice right away once you put them on.

That being said, bamboo socks pose a number of benefits that we're here to lay out for you. Read on to discover 8 of the top benefits of bamboo socks.

Benefits of Buying Bamboo Socks

You might think that the socks you wear don't really matter. I mean, they're socks, right? Think again.

1. Bamboo is Sustainable

Bamboo is a fantastic organic material. It is resistant to harmful pests, it grows quickly, and it serves to benefit the soil in which it grows. From the time it is planted, it takes somewhere between three and four years to reach fruition.

That, while it may seem like a long time, is a relatively quick cycle of production for the plant. It grows quickly and once cut a network of roots produces new plants. Bamboo grows well in marginal soil, doesn't need irrigation or fertilizer to grow, and needs no pesticide to flourish.  For more details on bamboo visit  Bamboo: A Sustainable, Eco-Friendly Plant for All Aspects of Living (porch.com).

2. There are No Chemicals in the Fibers

While a chemical process is used to convert bamboo into viscose fibers, the chemicals become inert and there are no harmful residues on the fiber. All viscose fibers are non-allergenic and qualify for OEKO-TEX 100 certification attesting to final product being chemical free.  In addition, viscose fibers require less dye than cotton and keep their coloration a lot longer.

3. The Sock is Softer

Viscose fibers are silk-like in softness and is much softer than any cotton product and many synthetic materials on the market. This softness produces less friction in your shoe so your feet which is important in reducing risk of blister formation and keeping you comfortable.

Cotton doesn't fare too well in the damp dungeons of your inner-shoe. It doesn't respond to well to the heat-oozing, moisture-pumping presence of your foot, either. We'll how bamboo fares in the next sections.

4. Bamboo Viscose is Clean

Studies have shown that fabrics made from viscose have more antibacterial properties than those made from cotton or polyester. The article in the following link tested several materials and the results showed no germ growth on the viscose material American Society For Microbiology.

This means that your feet will stay cleaner with less microbes and fungus. With this in mind, you can use bamboo socks to attain healthy foot care.

5. Less Moisture, Less Odor

Bamboo is said to absorb four times more moisture than cotton socks do.  In the video below, you will see how cotton floats while the viscose sucks up water and sinks (a good thing).  The fibers in bamboo viscose are hollow, allowing them to take in more moisture. You'll experience a notable boost in dryness and comfort with bamboo socks.

Foot odor comes primarily from the presence of bacteria that flourishes in damp areas. When moisture is removed, bacteria have a harder time existing. Your feet are going to be a lot less stinky and more comfortable even after wearing them for multiple days in a row.

6. Bamboo is Temperature Flexible

Bamboo fibers are thermo-regulating. Essentially, they act to maintain a regular temperature. The socks will breath in the summer to keep your feet cool and maintain a degree of heat in the winter so you stay warm.

This is a function of the properties of bamboo itself, not necessarily the way the socks are made. Either way, it works out in our favor!

7. They Are Non-Allergenic

People who have any sort of skin allergy or irritation won't be bothered by bamboo socks. Its non-allergenic properties will come as great relief to those who have lived their lives dealing with socks that only serve to irritate them.

Want to Give Bamboo Socks a Shot?

The only way to see if bamboo socks are the right fit for you is to give them a shot.

We have a wide variety of bamboo socks to choose from.We sell everything from  hiking socks to socks for diabetics. Visit our site to learn more about your options!