Qi-Tex®
Far-Infrared Technology For Textiles
The human body constantly emits energy in the form of mid-infrared and far-infrared radiation. On average, we lose about 100 watts of energy each day, which accounts for 55-70% of our daily energy consumption. This loss of energy can affect our physical well-being over time, particularly in terms of muscle recovery, circulation, and overall energy levels.
Introducing Qi-Tex® - our technology harnesses the power of far-infrared radiation and integrates it into textiles, effectively absorbing and reflecting the body’s emitted energy back toward the wearer. This process, often referred to as "recycling" your own energy, helps the body retain and re-use the energy it naturally loses. The result is a range of positive health benefits, such as improved circulation, faster muscle recovery, enhanced sleep quality, and overall increased energy levels. By reflecting the body's energy, Qi-Tex® ensures that the wearer experiences more efficient use of their natural energy, leading to greater comfort and well-being.
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Benefits of
Qi-Tex
Improved Sleep
Qi-Tex® improves sleep quality and accelerates recovery by harnessing far-infrared radiation. This technology absorbs body heat and reflects it back, penetrating deep into muscles, blood vessels, and nerves to promote relaxation and faster healing.
Studies show far-infrared radiation improves circulation, lowers blood pressure, and enhances sleep by reducing insomnia and fatigue. It boosts oxygen flow to muscles, aiding repair, relieving cramps, and reducing soreness—leading to better sleep and quicker recovery. Improved blood flow increases energy, reduces fatigue, and supports long-term well-being. When used in bedding, pyjamas, or mattresses, Qi-Tex® optimizes the body’s natural recovery process.
Preservation of Body Heat
People who spend time outdoors benefit from clothing that retains body heat—exactly what Qi-Tex® is designed for. At its core, Qi-Tex® features a far-infrared radiation fabric finish that absorbs body heat and reflects it back to the body. Studies show Qi-Tex® garments retain more body heat than untreated fabric.
Research confirms that far-infrared radiation improves heat retention by enhancing circulation. It penetrates up to four centimeters beneath the skin, reaching muscles, blood vessels, and nerves, creating a sensation of gentle, radiant warmth that helps maintain body temperature.
Improved Athletic Performance
Many athletes use Qi-Tex® enhanced clothing to improve their athletic performance. The far-infrared radiation in Qi-Tex® stimulates blood circulation and balances oxygen levels in the body. It causes blood vessels to dilate, improving blood flow to muscles, joints, and skin, allowing more concentrated oxygen to reach these areas. This results in increased heart rate, better nutrient exchange, and more efficient removal of waste products, leading to faster energy production and improved athletic performance.
Improved Balance
Qi-Tex® technology enhances balance and stability by using far-infrared radiation to return heat to the body, penetrating up to four centimeters beneath the skin. This warmth helps dilate blood vessels, lower blood pressure, and promote relaxation, reducing physical stress and improving body balance. This benefit is especially useful for elderly individuals or those at risk of falls.
In a study with 120 participants aged 15 to 75, 80% demonstrated improved balance when wearing Qi-Tex® garments, with 30% consciously noticing the improvement.
How Qi-Tex® works
The body constantly gives off energy. Instead of letting this energy go to waste, Qi-Tex® captures it and sends it back into the body. Based on bio ceramic and consisting of a mix of six minerals embedded in a binder matrix, this technology reflects the energy as far-infrared radiation, which can go up to four centimeters deep into the skin. This helps improve circulation, muscle recovery, and overall comfort by recycling the body's own energy.
Qi-Tex® is an extremely durable technology. Tests carried out at the Taiwan Textile Research Institute show that Qi-Tex® finishes last for 50 to 100 washes.
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