SPA Spaseekers adds pregnancy guide


Online spa bookings spe- cialist spaseekers.com has added a new Pregnancy Spa Guide to its website to advise mothers-to-be on the kind of treatments that can pro- vide targeted relief from common complaints includ- ing backache, water retention, stretchmarks and hormone- induced skin problems. Te guide includes advice


on the kinds of treatments that are safe for pregnant women in their second tri- mester and where to find them. Te site markets spa breaks as a perfect way to learn to relax – a key part of ante-natal classes. In the guide’s ‘pregnancy dos and don’ts’


Botox injections may be key to cutting growth of cancer


Botox injections, typically used to fight against ageing, may help battle cancer, according to data from medical trials per- formed on mice – which was published recently in Science Translational Medicine. Scientists from Columbia University


Medical Centre, and the Norwegian University of Science and Technology in Trondheim found that using the Botulinum toxin – the neurotoxin that disrupts nerve function to relax muscles and even out wrinkles when applied to tissue under the skin – could halt the growth of stomach tumours when applied to the vagus nerve, which runs from the brain to the digestive system. Details: http://lei.sr?a=v7t3h


Pregnancy spa myths are debunked in the informative guide Organic and fragrance-free massage oils


section there are warnings against massage up to the end of the first trimester and from week 30 onwards. Treatments to avoid when pregnant include the use of stimulating heat commonly found in a spa’s wet zone facili- ties, such as saunas, hot tubs, steamrooms and tanning beds. Ice fountains and cooling treatments are much less hazardous.


and creams are highlighted in the guide as things to look for when booking a treatment at a spa to avoid triggering nausea in those suffering morning sickness.Tere is also a sec- tion within the guide where five top pregnancy spa myths are debunked, with complementary facts, designed to reassure pregnant spa-goers. Details: http://lei.sr?a=j6T9p


Te store giant is edging into the leisure industry


Franz Linser joins GSWS board of directors ha s


Te Global Spa and Wellness Summit (GSWS)


appointed Franz Linser, PhD – founder and managing director of international con- sulting firm Linser Hospitality – to its board of directors, guiding the GSWS as it expands its mission and iden- tity over the next few years. Linser brings two decades


of experience in the hospital- ity, wellness, spa, sports and political worlds to GSWS. At age 28, he was responsible for the Austrian National ski team’s training programme and went on to develop a patented training sys- tem for high-profile athletes and rehab patients. Aſter starting two separate wellness tourism


consultancy firms, Linser brought his expe- rience of health and tourism into politics, serving as a Member of European Parliament from 1996-1999, and in the Tyrolean legislative. Austria’s largest “cluster” of wellness prop-


erties was established by Linser, the ‘Wellness Tirol’ – spanning more than 100 countries.


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IKEA offers in-store spa sleepover to 150 customers


Swedish furniture retailer IKEA is inviting 150 customers from its IKEA Family mem- bership scheme to spend the night in-store to indulge in an array of spa treatments. Dubbed the IKEA Retreat, this well-


ness sleepover is one of many in-store activities hosted by the furniture giant. Aromatherapy massages, sleep consulta- tions, meditation sessions and advice will be given on how to create a home healing environment during the 7 September event. In addition to the spa treatments on offer,


Linser’s experience is a welcome addition to the wellness board


“Anyone that knows Franz knows his incred- ible passion for wellness and for every project he undertakes,” said Susie Ellis, GSWS CEO. “He brings such an extraordi- nary background and is a real mastermind in pioneering new wellness tourism models. He will prove an invaluable asset in helping the GSWS expand its vision for, and place in, the global wellness industry going forward.” Details: http://lei.sr?a=U8w9E


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guests will have dinner in the store before choosing their bed for the night. In the morning, a session of yoga will take place, followed by a healthy breakfast. Te IKEA Retreat will be taking place in


several locations, including IKEA Glasgow, IKEA Belfast, IKEA Warrington, IKEA Lakeside and IKEA Manchester. Te 70 year-old retail company recently


revealed plans to turn its original store in Älmhult, Sweden, into a museum looking at the history of the brand that operates in more than 40 countries worldwide. Details: http://lei.sr?a=Q9P2T


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