Surprising Health Benefits of Steam Rooms and Saunas You'll Enjoy!

If you have have had the pleasure of enjoying a sauna or steam room, you know it’s worth every penny of investment for your health, your skin and your mental well being. At Eurospa, we design our products, like our Eucalyptus Oil Spray, to enhance your steam room and sauna experience. We believe your health and wellness should be a top priority, because you deserve to have a healthy and vibrant life.

But do you know the benefits of steam rooms and saunas?

The benefits of saunas and steam baths are widely reported. Heat therapy helps to relieve stress and improve health overall. Perspiration stimulates circulation, sooths tired muscles, reduces nervous tension, and promotes healthier and more beautiful skin. You’ll probably get a better night’s sleep, too.

Here are some other benefits to sauna bathing:

• Gives a cardiovascular workout and helps condition the heart by increasing heart rate and improving circulation. Better circulation allows more oxygen to reach injured areas of the body and helps reduce pain and speed up the healing process.
• Soothes and relaxes tired muscles, especially before and after exercise. Heat therapy loosens the muscles and relaxes the body. Many massage therapists use heat to provide more thorough and effective treatment.
• Cleanses skin: Sweating opens pores in the skin and flushes unhealthy toxins, loosens and expels dead cells, softens the skin and clears the complexion. The result: a more beautiful you.
• The body eliminates most toxins naturally by sweating and heat therapy speeds up this natural process. Heat therapy stimulates the sweat glands, helping to cleanse and detoxify the body of sodium, alcohol, nicotine, cholesterol and carcinogenic heavy metals (cadmium, lead, zinc, nickel). Excess moisture and subcutaneous fat can be reduced, as well.
• May help to relieve allergies and sinus congestion.
• During a 10-20 minute sauna session, your heart rate increases by 50-75%. This provides the same metabolic result as physical exercise. Combined with a healthy diet and regular exercise, sauna bathing can burn as many as 300 calories during each session, which is equal to running 2-3 miles and taking a brisk walk. There is a slight effect on blood pressure because the heat also causes blood vessels to expand, thus accommodating increased blood flow.

We are happy that you are taking the time to invest in your health, because you deserve it. Please, feel free to stop by and see what further products and services we have to offer. Have a beautiful day!

Fight Back-to-School Germs With This Home Remedy List

It's back-to-school time and for most parents, that means germs, colds and sick days!  It doesn't have to
be that way though.  In addition to time tested habits like hand washing and covering your coughs and sneezes, we have some simple tricks to share with you on how to fight back-to-school germs with this easy home remedy list. We know you are too busy to be dragged down by sickness, so be sure to heed these helpful tips!

Vitamin D.  

If your child isn’t getting enough of this vitamin through food sources, you can consider any number of vitamin D3 supplements which contribute to bone health by creating optimum conditions for bone formation, in addition to supporting proper function of the immune and nervous systems.* For younger children, liquid D is a great option as it can be dropped right on the tongue or mixed in with foods or beverages.

Aloe Vera

The aloe vera plant contains over 200 biologically active components, and has been used for centuries in folk natural medicine and as a product ingredient. Its constituents are used in many forms, including it's juice which enhances healthy immune function, digestion and gums. It's incredibly detoxifying but the flavor can be strong to some. If adding it to food, you may want to try an already strong flavor combination like apple, mango and banana. 

In topical form, it’s often used for soothing skin and is even a common  ingredient in hand sanitizers. Having it on hand means that, in addition to using it on its own, you can make your own customized version.

Lavender oil 

Essential oils not only scent your hand sanitizers, but also add increased amounts of antibacterial properties! One of the most versatile plant essential oils, lavender’s name is derived from the Latin word “lavera,” which means to wash. It’s both gentle and effective in balancing the skin, and has a soothing and calming effect. You need only add a tiny amount to your recipe.

Eucalyptus Oil 

Eucalyptus oil is also a great option. Steam distilled from the leaves of the Eucalyptus plant, this oil is known for its cooling, soothing effects. As well, it's anti-microbial and anti-inflammatory, not only killing germs but can be used symptomatically as well.  Use this shower mist both to clean surfaces of germs and bacteria and in the shower to open bronchial passages and clear the sinuses! 

Peppermint Oil

Peppermint, like Eucalyptus, contains menthol and menthone, as well as rosmarinic acid and flavonoids such as hesperidin and luteolin. Again, a little essential oil goes a long way. Steam distill this or make a tea.  The effects are cooling, soothing and will help those stuffy noses feel much lighter and clearer!

Your health is our priority at Eurospa.  We hope you find these tips helpful and would love to hear from you.  Let us know how we can make your life even better!

Eucalyptus: Good for Mind, Body and Business

You may be surprised to find that Eucalyptus, a plant commonly known for it's essential oil, is a valuable enhancement to your creativity, personal health and productivity.

Follow me here.  First, let's dive into some of the main properties of Eucalyptus oil and see why it is such a valuable asset to your life quality and success.

• antiseptic
• expectorant 
• stimulant
• anti-inflammatory
• anti-spasmodic
• decongestant
• deodorant
• anti-microbial  

There's a common thread weaving through that list of characteristics.  Not only does it kill bacteria (and other invaders) but it improves circulation and acts as a bronchiodilator. 

Do you see where this is going?  It's absolutely amazing!  

The benefit this miracle plant brings to your health is clear.  Think of the opportunities to empower your immune system against the cold season in winter!  On top of that, add it to your first aid kit for your next camping adventure as both an aid in healing and as an anti-inflammatory muscle rub.  

Next up - is the bronchioldilation perk.  This is the substance that dilates the bronchi and bronchioles, decreasing resistance in the respiratory airway and increasing airflow to the lungs.  This not only breaks up congestion but paves the way for deeper breathing; and that's something we all need much more of.  Studies have shown us that deeper breathing slows the heart rate along with the rate of aggression and the cortisol (stress hormone) that accompanies it.  In addition to decreased stress, deep breathing brings more oxygen to the brain; a necessary ingredient for creative flow and productivity. 

When there is plenty of oxygen in the brain, we are stimulated, have the ability to think more clearly, our senses are heightened and we welcome new ideas with improved motivation. 

Imagine adding a Eucalyptus Spray to your shower or steam room.  Imagine enjoying a few sprays in a room just before you begin your workday, creative process or meditation.  I assure you, the results will be invigorating and your health will benefit as well. 

But don't simply take my word for it.  Visit us now, at Eurospa and discover just how wonderful the addition of eucalyptus oil to your daily routine can be!  

by: Navae Fiona

ifood.tv Showers Praise on Eucalyptus Oil Uses

The following content comes from a blog you might enjoy reading, http://ifood.tv.  Under the subject of Eucalyptus Oil, they had this to say:

Eucalyptus oil is one of the most popular essential oils and an inevitable ingredient in your fist aid kit. The widely popular Eucalyptus oil benefits are really interesting. A simple oil extracted from the bark of the eucalyptus tree has some interesting benefits..

Medicinal And Therapeutic Benefits Of Eucalyptus Oil

Eucalyptus oil is a good antimicrobial, antibacterial, antiviral and antiseptic agent. It has commendable anti-inflammatory, anti-neuralgic, anti-rheumatic, antispasmodic, astringent, balsamic, cicatrisant, decongestant, deodorant, and diuretic potential. Read on to know more about these miraculous benefits of Eucalyptus oil.

• This oil offers immense relief from sinuses, blocked nose, common cold, bronchitis, flu and other respiratory diseases. You can apply eucalyptus oil or add a few drops while you take bath. They could be also used for treating asthma and cough. Gargling warm water with 2 to 3 drops of this essential oil can ease sore throats and pain experienced due to tonsillitis.
• An excellent essential oil with a wonderful aroma, it is an undeniable ingredient in the shelves of all aromatherapy centers. Along with being a good anti-depressant, it can also increase your mental alertness and boost your appetite.
• The antimicrobial property of eucalyptus oil makes it a must in various creams, lotions, deodorants, soaps, shampoos and others like toothpaste.
• The germicidal properties have proven to be useful in healing wounds and bruises.
• This is a natural remedy for the ticks and parasites that otherwise irritate your pets.
• Along with enhancing blood circulation, it also has the potential to boost cardiac activity.
• Eucalyptus oil is also good for diabetic patients as it helps in retention of blood sugar levels.

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The saga of eucalyptus oil benefits can be never ending! So try yourself to know more about this splendid essential oil.

Image Credits: untrainedhousewife.com 

Read more at http://www.ifood.tv/blog/eucalyptus-oil-benefits#vrEikvByGexlup3F.99

At Eurospa, we offer eucalyptus oil in a variety of ways. Our most popular product is a spray that you can use for any of the above purposes, but that is designed to be used in the shower. You can spritz it into the steam before you enter, or above the shower head while you are showering.  Either way you will immediately smell the exhilarating aromatic scent filling the shower and even the rooms around the shower.

The shower spray is available on Amazon. Just click bit.ly/EOMist