Health and Wellness

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    Balneology: It’s All About the Water

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    The science of studying the healing effects of bathing, drinking, steaming and inhaling natural mineral waters is known as balneology. In addition to promoting relaxation, science is discovering that soaking in hot springs has tangible health benefits.
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    The Healing Benefits of Minerals in Hot Springs

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    Geothermal waters originate deep within the earth. While underground, the powerful geological forces of heat and pressure raise the temperature of the subterranean water and dissolve the minerals in the surrounding rock. As the superheated water travels to the surface, those minerals come along for the ride.