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What is Halotherapy?
“Halos” is the greek word for salt, so there you have it–HALOTHERAPY. Halotherapy is an all-natural way to treat the symptoms of respiratory issues as well as certain skin issues. It is anti-inflammatory, anti-microbial and anti-bacterial.
A pharmaceutical grade salt is micro-sized and pumped into the air using a halogenerator. The salt is then breathed into the lungs. The dry salt particles help express the allergens and pollutants that are causing the issues. Everything from allergies, asthma, coughs, colds, flu, bronchitis, emphysema, COPD, cystic fibrosis and sinus issues, as well as other issues like ear infections, snoring, anxiety, stress and skin problems like eczema and psoriasis.
The Salt Therapy Association states that “It is natural and safe and there are no harmful side effects. Halotherapy is very beneficial for overall wellness by removing the toxicity from the respiratory system, improving the function and appearance of the skin and boosting the immune system.”
History of Halotherapy
In the 1800’s a doctor from Poland noticed that the salt miners were’t getting sick. He later opened the first health resort in 1839 in Poland called the Wieliczka Salt Mine. Here they began treating people with respiratory issues. Salt caves continue to be very popular in Europe and Russia and are now finding their way to the United States and Canada.
Why Salt Therapy?
There are great benefits to halotherapy. It is an all-natural and safe way to treat respiratory conditions. The dry salt helps removes the toxins and pollutants in the air that we are exposed to everyday, helping our lungs function better. It helps cleanse and detox the lungs and also reduces inflammation throughout the respiratory system which leads to easier breathing. Everything from asthma, allergies, sinus issues, COPD, colds, ear infections, emphysema, bronchitis and cystic fibrosis. Regular maintenance helps relieve these symptoms more consistently.
The dry salt particles are super absorbent like a sponge and the foreign objects stick to them throughout the respiratory tract. The salt eliminates pollutants, foreign substances, allergens and mucus while reducing inflammation. This clean respiratory tract now results in “higher oxygen intake, increased energy and an improved immune system.” This can help athletes run longer and harder, musicians play easier and singers not getting winded.
Halotherapy also has an effect on our skin, the largest organ in our body. The salt helps normalize the pH levels which helps repair and regenerate the skin. Regular treatments may help with skin issues like psoriasis, eczema, dermatitis, acne and some rashes.
This all natural treatment also can help with snoring and sleeping problems, stress, anxiety and fatigue.