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Body Wrapping And Obesity
Many spas and salons offer a process called "body wrapping."
This procedure claims to remove inches from the waist, thighs,
hips or other parts of the body.
The process includes the use of special wraps or clothing and
can sometimes be used with special lotions or creams that are
applied to the skin.
Customers are usually told that they can lose "inches" as
opposed to pounds and that fat will melt away bringing about a
loss of inches in about an hour. One of the claims is that
wrapping will work because cellulite is "water logged fatty
tissue."
What overweight person wouldn't love to find a product that will
render them slim and trim while they sleep?
Unfortunately, many people think that body wrapping is a
relatively "new" procedure and jump on the bandwagon quickly.
The truth is that the body wrapping craze has been around for
some time.
Over two decades ago, government "watchdogs" reported:
"Who can blame the fretfully flabby for being lured by the
promise of losing inches without doing anything more strenuous
than popping a pill or wrapping up the offending flesh? Who can
resist ads for body wraps that promise 'to burn away fat even
while you sleep,' to 'lose 4-6 inches the first day?"
What do these wraps consist of?
Some are plastic or rubber garments worn around the waist, some
cover the waist, hips and thighs, and others cover nearly the
entire body.
Some are to be worn while carrying out routine activities,
others while exercising, and some while sleeping. One is
inflated with air from a vacuum cleaner. Another uses an
electric hair dryer to blow in warm air. Some are used after a
cream, gel or lotion is applied or after the wrap is soaked in a
solution.
The garments and wraps, with or without lotions and creams, say
that they reduce body dimensions by removing fluids. Most
medical experts agree that such treatment will cause a loss of
inches and perhaps pounds due to profuse perspiration. But the
reductions are temporary. The fluid is soon replaced by drinking
or eating.
Remember, rapid and excessive fluid loss is potentially
dangerous because it can bring on severe dehydration and can
upset the balance of important electrolytes in the body.
Reputable spas are aware of any potential hazards such as this,
so do your homework and select a spa with a good reputation.
Some people have tried using "plastic wrap" as body wrap
material. In fact, that was a very popular practice several
decades ago.
Body wrapping has evolved since those days, becoming much more
sophisticated. Prices for a body wrap range anywhere from $40 an
hour up to as much as several thousand dollars at some of the
upscale spas.
Some advertising claims that body wrapping will eliminate, or at
the least reduce, cellulite but we'll leave that up to you to
determine. What we can tell you is that visiting a spa or salon
for body wrapping may be a wonderfully rejuvenating experience,
leaving you rested, relaxed and refreshed.
And who wouldn't like to have a few hours being pampered and
fussed over in a relaxing environment regardless if it helps the
cellulite problem.
Some
spas advertise herbal and other natural wraps. In fact, the
methods and products applied are widely varied. Let's explore
some of the components that make up a good "wrap" experience.
Herbal wraps. Some of the higher end spas go so far as to grow
their own "herbs" for use in their body wraps, but that isn't
necessary for a good body wrap experience. Herbs can be fresh,
or dried and usually organically grown is best.
Each herb has a specific effect. Some increase circulation,
another may soothe the skin and so on.
The herbs are steeped in very hot water (almost boiling) then
special muslin sheets are soaked in the solution. It is these
herb-infused sheets along with other insulating layers that wrap
around the body.
How the treatments work is interesting. The goal is to create a
condition not unlike your body when you have a fever. We all
know that when we have a fever, our body eliminates toxins by
sweating.
It's the same principle with body wraps. The results vary. Some
people report a very intense detoxification while for others it
might be mild.
Methods of application and content vary as well. Seaweed, mud
and salt are popular body wraps. Most often, the subject is
wrapped from neck to toe with the arms set close to the sides of
the body. This can be uncomfortable for someone who suffers from
claustrophobia.
The easiest correction for this is to keep the arms free from
the wrap. Most people who are claustrophobic find the works and
that all they need to be able to feel free to remove themselves
if they choose.
Whatever type of body wrap you select make certain that you feel
comfortable with the spa and that a technician is always close
at hand.
Care should be taken when selecting a salon or spa. Some things
to consider:
How long have they been offering body wraps? Do they have a
licensed clinician whose sole purpose is massage and/or body
wraps? Where do their herbs and other contents come from? Do
they offer any special pricing for new clients? Will they allow
a tour of their facilities prior to purchase? Have they had any
unresolved complaints reported by the Better Business Bureau? Do
they have any package pricing for multiple visits?
Watch your local publications for coupon offers. This can be a
good way to try out a service at a bargain.
Ask your friends if they have had a body wrapping experience and
whether they enjoyed it and what kind of results did they
experience. You may even want to check for "two for one"
specials and try it out with a friend!
Whether the experience reduces your cellulite or not, if you
follow the guidelines you are in for a pleasant experience. Who
knows, you might just like it enough to include it in your long
term personal care budget!
About the author:
Rene Graeber graduated from the University of Munic in
Educational and Sports Science and from the Paracelsus School of
Medicine in Hamburg from Naturopathic Medicine. If you're
looking for the latest, helpful information about alternative
medicine the visit his website in Germany at http://wellne
ss-fitness-health.blogspot.com/
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