Heather Baker

Heather has run a small organic retail clothing company, Acorn Organics, ( www.TheOrganicAcorn.com) in Santa Barbara, CA, for over 5 years. Heather, a five-year raw foodist and 20-year vegetarian, also is a co-organizer for Santa Barbara's raw foods Meet Up Group ( www.meetup.com) which has over 100 members and monthly potlucks. She has spoken about the health benefits of organic clothing at the Living Light Culinary Arts Institute Expo and the Raw Spirit Festival. A Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo Ctiy and Regional Planning program graduate, Ms. Baker has also worked as a full time Land Use Planner in Santa Barbara since 1998. Ms. Baker grew up in Sacramento, CA, and throughout her childhood and adult life has found inspiration among the beautiful oak trees along the American River parkway.
 

• SAT 11am - Organic, Natural Fiber Fabrics for Health- Many are aware of the important role organic unprocessed foods have in a healthy lifestyle. But did you know that our skin is the largest organ of our body which plays a crucial detoxifying role? This talk will cover these topics: How organic, natural fabrics support health, the environment and social justice, therefore complementing a raw foods lifestyle. An introduction to the qualities of organic cotton, hemp and linen fabrics and low impact dyes and the skinny on soy, bamboo, and tencel.  A reasonable plan for bringing organic natural fabrics into your life gradually, starting where they count the most for your health. The importance of toxin-free skin care and cleaning products and other tips to reduce the amount of toxins in your home and in your body.