The Dead Sea; al-Bahr al-Mayyit in Arabic and Yam ham-Melah in Hebrew is located between Jordan & Israel. At 420 m (1,378 ft) The Dead Sea is the lowest point on earth with salinity 8.6 times more than the ocean, making it the second saltiest body of water on the planet.
The unique richness of Dead Sea’s water has long been valued for its medicinal Properties. Aristotle, Queen of Sheba, King Solomon and Cleopatra were amongst the many users
Modern day doctors also know the importance of the Dead Sea mud and water for various diseases and medical conditions. Many medical articles have been published to this specific topic.
Therapy
Warm climate occupies the Dead Sea year round with an atmosphere that has high oxygen content due to the high barometric pressure. The area has relatively low ultraviolet radiation compared to other spas and holiday destinations.
The Dead Sea’s unique climate has facilitated many types of therapies.
Climatotherapy Treatment that takes advantage of climate properties such as temperature, humidity & barometric pressure
Heliotherapy Treatment that takes advantage of the biological effects of sunrays.
Balneotherapy Treatment that takes advantage of the black mineral mud of the Dead Sea.
Thalassotherapy Treatment that takes advantage of bathing in Dead Sea water.
Who can benefit for the amazing properties of the Dead Sea
People looking to relieve pains and sufferings caused by arthritis, rheumatism, psoriasis, eczema, headache and foot-ache.
What about the beauty benefits
The Mineral content of the Dead Sea and the therapeutic black mud found exclusively on Dead Sea shores are great for having and maintaining a beautiful and healthy complexion .
The 25+ types of minerals present in Dead Sea products work as Co-enzymes and Biocatalysts for various skin functions to maintain an ideal and healthy skin.
Magnesium aging of the skin usually accelerates when there is a Magnesium shortage (there are 40gm of magnesium in each litter of Dead Sea water).
Bromide a very important element responsible for relaxation.
Calcium essential for healthy and strong bones.
Iron carries oxygen through the blood.
Iodine responsible for the metabolism process.
Potassium regulates the skin moisture.
Sulfur has an excellent disinfectant effect.
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