The Advantages of Ocean Swimming

Dr. Elena Manilova, an immunologist and allergist, stated that bathing in salty sea water is beneficial for various parts of the body, both young and old.

In a conversation with Gazeta.ru, the doctor points out that people suffering from chronic colds and tonsillitis are advised to swim in sea water, since salt water flushes the nasal passages, normalizes the functioning of the mucous membranes and has an antibacterial effect.

She says: “The sea has a positive effect on the nervous system and is useful for preventing depression. After all, sea water contains bromine – an indispensable assistant in the fight against chronic stress and insomnia. Magnesium is also good for the nervous system. with manifestations of stress, increases overall stress resistance, increases concentration and performance. In addition, sunbathing in the sea air contributes to the saturation of the body with vitamin D, improves mood and is involved in the production of serotonin – the “happiness hormone”.

According to her, seaside holidays benefit the respiratory system. Because the salt vapor helps thin the mucus and remove it from the lungs.

She says: “A seaside holiday is very beneficial for people with bronchitis and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. A seaside holiday is beneficial even after suffering from pneumonia. In the case of bronchial asthma, it is better to choose a temperate or mountain climate. The climate for relaxation.” Because sea air can aggravate the disease.

According to her, sea water is also useful for skin diseases. But in some cases it is harmful.

She says: “Sea water relieves the symptoms of psoriasis, soothes irritated skin, clears acne. But in other cases, sea baths are harmful. This applies, for example, to atopic dermatitis and eczema, as it exacerbates these diseases.”

Source: newspaper.ru