The Benefits of Living By The Sea

There are some fantastic health benefits to gain if you are living by the sea. It is well known that the thyroid gland is responsible for the working of the nervous system, your level of metabolism and growth. To function properly it needs iodine, an element which is commonly found in sea water, seaweed, algae and kelp. Iodine also has antiseptic properties.

The spray from crashing sea waves releases iodine into the air, so as you are taking in a peaceful stroll along the beach you are breathing in the benefits of iodine entering your respiratory system. Salt air from the sea clears your nasal canals helping to cure asthma and other breathing problems.

Thalassotherapy (from the Greek word thalassa meaning “sea”) is a method of using sea water as a form of therapy. In thalassotherapy trace elements of magnesium, potassium, calcium, sodium and iodine found in seawater are believed to be absorbed through the skin. The therapy is applied in various forms, as either showers of warmed seawater, application of marine mud or of algae paste, or the inhalation of sea fog.

Homeopaths widely believe in the benefit of drinking small amounts of sea water. Living by the sea leaves you open to  minerals and trace elements contained in sea water which can be easily absorbed by body cells, if they are provided in soluble form rather than sprinkling sea salt or iodine enriched salt over food. Adhering to that opinion, an accidential gulp of sea water might not do you any harm either.

The antiseptic properties of sea water can also be made good use of. Small cuts and injuries, bathed in sea water will heal faster and psoriasis sufferers have found relief and even healing from bathing in the sea.

Benefits of the Beach if you are Living By The Sea

Owning a coastal property means the beach is an ideal location for healthy exercise in various forms. The simplest is of course a walk in the sand. Walking barefoot trains the legs and massages the soles of the feet. Swimming in the ocean is brilliant exercise for people of all ages. It trains the arm, chest and leg muscles better than a swim in the pool, because you have to fight the current and the waves.

Healthy Exercise When Living By The Sea

Aerobic exercise on the beach is much healthier than in the gym as the sand provides a cushioned surface alleviating problems to joints and muscles. The sunlight also gives you a feeling of well being along with a healthy tan. Sea air is moist and therefore will keep your skin moistuized and can prevent wrinkles for longer. Sea water mixed with sand can well be used as a body scrub. Cover your legs, arms and feet, inluding the soles, with wet sand and gently massage in circular motions.

All these benefits are absolutely free to enjoy if you are living by the sea.