Archive for October, 2009

THE MAYANS USED SAUNAS FOR HEALTH

The Fact: The Mayans used saunas

An important purification element to the ancient Maya was the sweat bath, or zumpul-ché. Similar to a modern day sauna, sweat baths were constructed of stone walls and ceilings, with a small opening in the top of the ceiling. Water …

Posted on October 30th 2009 by Alice

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INFRARED SAUNA USE AIDS RECOVERY FROM EXPOSURE TO TOXIC CHEMICALS-ONE WOMAN’S STORY

Here’s a story about recovering from the effects of exposure to toxic chemicals by using an infrared sauna. On Monday, I received the following letter from Jane Potter, an attorney with a PhD in Biochemistry.  Jane purchased a Finnelo far infrared sauna from Olympic

Posted on October 27th 2009 by Alice

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BELLY DANCING & SAUNAS

I love the internet.  There’s more fun stuff and interesting tidbits posted everyday. Sometimes it can be overwhelming. But every once in awhile there’s a real gem like this one. Here’s a question posted on a sauna blog: “Does Anyone Have Info About The Health …

Posted on October 27th 2009 by Alice

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GRANDMA & GRANDPA SAY SilkBALANCE NATURAL WATER CARE FOR SPAS GIVES THEM SOFT SKIN

Here’s an email from “Grizzly”:

My grandma and grandpa bought Silk Balance to help the water be soft on their skin.
They like it and asked me if I would pose for them.
Since I am not camera shy, I said yes.
They let me get in the tub …

Posted on October 26th 2009 by Alice

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DO NOT USE CHLOROX TO SANITIZE YOUR HOT TUB!

See this photo of an assortment of hot tub chemicals? Our Valet Team member, Chris Nordby, took this photo at a hot tub owner’s home this week.  While we don’t like to call ourselves the “hot tub police”, we will speak out when we see …

Posted on October 22nd 2009 by Alice

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WATCH THE ORINOID METEOR SHOWER FROM YOUR HOT TUB TONIGHT!!

Hot tubbers & stargazers this is your night! Avid stargazing fans are planning to look up and search the skies for this month’s Orionid meteor showers. Occurring from October 17th through October 25th, there is some disagreement among scientists about the peak-was it last night …

Posted on October 22nd 2009 by Alice

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TAKE A SAUNA 2-3 TIMES A WEEK SAYS NATURAL HEALTH PRACTITIONER, DR. ANDREW WEIL

In his book “8 Weeks to Optimum Health-A Proven Program for Taking Full Advantage of Your Body’s Natural Healing Power “, noted natural health practitioner, Dr. Andrew Weil recommends taking a sauna 2-3 times a week. The health benefits are unbeatable.  Saunas promote sweating by …

Posted on October 21st 2009 by Alice

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HOW TO EXTEND THE LIFE OF YOUR HOT TUB COVER? PROPER WATER CARE IS THE ANSWER

Good water care helps to assure a healthy hot tub for a healthy body. As you prepare for  winter, Fall is a great time to freshen up your spa cover-using 303 Protectant and doing a drain and refill of the water before winter. Your …

Posted on October 20th 2009 by Alice

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GET THE MAXIMUM BENEFIT FROM YOUR FINNLEO FAR INFRARED SAUNA EXPERIENCE

Finnleo far Infrared saunas are a perfect way to bring relaxation into your life. Many people are accustomed to traditional saunas and how to use them for maximum health benefits. Infrared saunas are a newer way to take a sauna and most people are …

Posted on October 19th 2009 by Alice

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HOT TUBBING DAILY? NO MORE DRY SKIN! SilkBalance KEEPS SKIN SILKY SMOOTH

Here’s an email from a real hot tub enthusiast. He and his family have been soaking in their Hot Spring Vanguard daily since 2003! Read on:

Silk balance has made a world of difference to my family and me. We have enjoyed our Vanguard model …

Posted on October 19th 2009 by Alice

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