The reason you feel so good after being at the beach.

 

Why do you feel so good after being at the beach, in the

mountains or by waterfalls?

The answer is Negative Ion's, the odourless, tasteless

and invisible molecules that we inhale in abundance

in these environments.

The air circulating by the ocean and in the mountains is

said to contain tens of thousands of negative ions.

Once they reach the bloodstream negative ions produce

biochemical reactions that increase levels of serotonin

(the feel good chemical).

Helping to alleviate depression, relieve stress and boost

our daytime energy.

They also revitalise cell metabolism, neutralise free radicals,

enhance immune function, purify the blood and balance

the autonomic nervous system which in turn promotes

deep sleep and healthy digestion.

 

If you're looking for a sign to go to the beach, this is it!

Do we have Negative Ion's in the home as well?

Have you ever wondered why a shower can relax you and

get rid of a bad mood? Showers can too result in negative ions,

however in much smaller doses.

You can further boost your shower benefits by finishing

off with a cold shower which will increase the number

of white blood cells in your body, these cells protect

your body against disease.

Braving a quick blast of cold at the end of a shower

is well worth these benefits. 

Into crystals?

Tourmaline ranked the highest Negative Ion producing crystal.

 Black Tourmaline

Other sources are the indoor plants - Areca Palm, Devils Ivy,

Snake plant and spider plant emit the most negative ions. 

 

Water features indoors are great as well, while air conditioners

and computer monitors emit positive ions (not so great)

but we can balance this out with getting outside and

into nature more.