http://www.sweetserenitysalt.com/salttherapy
I had a nice relaxing morning today at Sweet Serenity Massage & Salt Therapy. I relaxed so much I actually fell asleep! If you have never experienced salt therapy, I would highly recommend it.
Halotherapy, or salt therapy, involves breathing in air with tiny salt particles to improve your breathing. Halotherapy is done in the spa-like salt room pictured above. Salt therapy can also help you to relax and may help with skin conditions and allergies.
The History of Halotherapy
In the 12th century, the practice of visiting salt caves for therapeutic reasons, or speleotherapy, was common in Eastern Europe. In the 1800s, salt miners in Poland found a more modern version of what’s now halotherapy. Despite working in mines all day, the Polish miners didn’t have any respiratory conditions and were unusually healthy. They weren’t likely to get the colds or coughs that were common among other people.
Research showed that the salty air the miners breathed helped keep their lungs free from infection and allergies. Over time, Eastern European salt mines or caves became popular tourist destinations. People from all over the world visited to inhale the salty air and ease their lung problems.
Salt is a natural and safe ingredient. It does not have any notable side effects. It is also:
- Mucoactive, clearing up mucus from your airways
- Antibacterial, helping prevent infections
- Anti-inflammatory
- Immunity-boosting
- Anti-allergic
The Mushroom House
I am always on the lookout for unusual one- of-a-kind places to visit. The Mushroom House checked all of the boxes! This house is located in a stunning neighborhood in Cincinnati.
Built by Terry Brown, this landmark marks the great architect’s creative genius. The house took more than a decade to create; construction began in 1992 and ended in 2006. It served as Brown’s secondary residence, architecture studio and teaching tool for his students.
Built by Terry Brown, this landmark marks the great architect’s creative genius. The house took more than a decade to create; construction began in 1992 and ended in 2006. It served as Brown’s secondary residence, architecture studio and teaching tool for his students.
https://thevalemagazine.com/2020/06/24/mushroom-house-cincinnati-ohio/
The landmark itself is a simple one-bedroom house. The most prominent features are its copper ceilings and an orange spiral staircase entry. Terry Brown’s creation has porthole windows that sit against a swirling cedar exterior, which is what gives it its fairytale-like appearance. The side of the house is covered in warped shingles that were placed there to resemble the underside of a mushroom. The bulbous roofing gives the building an added fungal look.
After Brown’s passing in 2008, the hype for the Mushroom House did not die down. The house remains a Cincinnati landmark that attracts people from afar. Currently, the structure is being looked after by Brown’s friend, Paul Lausha. Brown’s other works are exhibited at the National Building Museum in Washington, D.C., and the Architectural League of New York.
Camping with Christi 
I have never tried salt therapy. Now on my list of things to do. Nothing like a spa day!!
The Mushroom House is amazing. So enjoying your blogs Hugs
On Tue, Nov 9, 2021, 4:17 AM Camping with Christi wrote:
> ciffergan posted: ” http://www.sweetserenitysalt.com/salttherapy I had a nice > relaxing morning today at Sweet Serenity Massage & Salt Therapy. I relaxed > so much I actually fell asleep! If you have never experienced salt therapy, > I would highly recommend it. https://” >
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What memorable, extraordinary and curious landmarks you are visiting! What an awesome adventure…that we get to experience vicariously! Thank you, Christi !
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You find such great places to visit. When did you leave Virginia for Ohio?
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I am still in Kentucky. Ohio and Indiana are both about 30 minutes away, so it is convenient to be in three states in no time!
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Awesome places to visit. I must be behind the times. I thought you were in Kentucky for 2 months. Has that time passed? Safe travels. You did your research! WOW WOW WOW
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I am still in Kentucky, but Cincinnati is just across the river. Only 30 minutes and I can be in Ohio or Indiana!
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Interesting post! I had not heard of the salt therapy nor the mushroom house in Cincinnati.
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Can’t believe my daughter has lived int he cinci area since 2005 and has never let me know about this!
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There are so many things to do here. I have loved the variety of things to see and do!
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I just luv traveling w/ you as I’m learning soo much! I must try halo therapy some day; it sounds soo healthy & healing! Thanx for sharing!
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That mushroom house is so neat! You do find the most interesting places to visit! Thanks for taking us along!
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Sounds like a wonderful day !! Nothing like a spa day !!!
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I am enjoying your posts! Thanks
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Love the idea of salt therapy ! Would love to give this a try!. Loving the opportunity in sharing your adventures as well! Not only are you living your dream; but you’re sharing it along the way! I for one, am truly enjoying your posts ! Safe travels !!
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Enjoy, miss you lots tho, stay well 2!
On Tue, Nov 9, 2021, 4:17 AM Camping with Christi wrote:
> ciffergan posted: ” http://www.sweetserenitysalt.com/salttherapy I had a nice > relaxing morning today at Sweet Serenity Massage & Salt Therapy. I relaxed > so much I actually fell asleep! If you have never experienced salt therapy, > I would highly recommend it. https://” >
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Love following you around!!! I’m going to have look into salt therapy…. And talk to Donna about taking a trip to Cincinnati!
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There are so many interesting things to do here. We haven’t even started the list of museums yet. We do have tickets to Wicked at the end of this month!
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The Mushroom House is so cool!
So interesting! You never know how people come up with their ideas! Thanks for sharing.
MaryEllen
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