The role of magnesium in the body is manifold. It is a key element for the proper functioning of the human body, especially for the cardiovascular and nervous systems. It takes part in enzymatic processes which lead to energy production and helps burn fat. It also has a significant role in suppressing depressive conditions. The most interesting fact is that magnesium from water is absorbed through the skin for about 30% better and faster than the magnesium we get through food, which is why the stay at the Magnesium Wellness & Spa centre through which water rich in magnesium flows is extremely beneficial for your mental and physical health.
Before building the most modern spa centre in Serbia within the Hotel Zlatibor, Galens Invest demanded an evaluation of the well water by experts from the Faculty of Mining and Geology in Belgrade. These underground waters were a matter of long-term analyses to determine their properties and quality. It is important to note that the laboratory analyses of this water involved testing of physical-chemical, bacteriological and radiological parameters. Based on the performed analysis of physical-chemical properties of underground well-waters and classification of these waters according to the said parameters, the tested waters are defined as curative, cold, alkaline, oligomineral magnesium waters with low sodium levels. The results of the bacteriological analyses showed that these underground waters are bacteriologically safe.
Magnesium Wellness & Spa is the most modern spa centre that spreads across over 4,000 m2. In addition to the rich amenities intended for complete body and spirit revitalization, it is also specific for its magnesium-rich water, which elevates the stay at the spa centre to an even greater level. The benefits of this water are manifold, whether you decide to bathe in it, or drink it, which is also an option at this spa centre. According to the professional opinion of the Faculty of Medicine in Belgrade, the effect of this magnesium waters intake is the following:
○ It stabilises the excitability of the nervous and muscle tissues, especially at the cardiovascular level, and it decreases the level of risk factors for developing cardiovascular disorders (decrease of the total blood cholesterol levels, LDL level, while it can also lead to an increase of HDL level)
○ It helps relieve discomfort from gynaecological conditions such as climacterium, premenstrual syndrome and postmenopausal osteoporosis.
The alkaline properties of this water and the presence of bicarbonate ion can produce a positive effect with:
○ gastrointestinal tract ailments that are accompanied by hyperacidity (chronic gastritis)
○ hepatobiliary system ailments, can affect secretion and swelling of the bile
○ ailments of the kidney which produce acidic urine, as well as with kidney calculus (ureteral and oxalate)
○ reduced bone resorption at the level of locomotor apparatus
As opposed to the higher percentage of magnesium in water, high sodium concentrations in drinking waters have a negative impact on many body functions, primarily the cardiovascular system. Therefore, the waters with low sodium levels, such as this at the spa-centre of the Hotel Zlatibor, along with alkaline pH value, are suitable for adequate body hydration of persons with hypertensive disorder, also for body hydration of persons who suffer from metabolic syndrome, and by drinking these waters the body rehydration after acute disorders of the digestive system is accelerated. In addition, the water at the most luxurious and the biggest indoor spa-centre in Serbia according to experts also contributes to:
○ acute recovery of the body after intense physical activity and strain
○ adequate rehydration during exposure to high ambient temperatures
○ body rehydration, especially after having a sauna
○ improvement of general health condition, muscle tone and metabolism level are increased
○ general muscle relaxation, after intense physical activity
It is interesting that based on comparative analyses of 100 bottled water brands it is concluded that there is no single underground water same or similar in the matter of pH value and concentration of ion, most of all magnesium and sodium, therefore it is considered that the underground waters from this well are unique by their composition.