Bremen opens new salt playground: Children strengthen their immune systems while playing!

Bremen opens new salt playground: Children strengthen their immune systems while playing!

There is now a new attraction for families in Bremen: a salt playground that not only promises fun and games, but is also said to offer health benefits. The playground is part of a newly opened wellness oasis for children run by Juliette Lakic. The inspiration for this innovative concept comes from Lakic's vacation trip, during which she realized the positive effects of salt air. At this playground, children can play in a salt room equipped with four tons of sea salt. The four-year-olds can let off steam on toys and on the salt-covered floor and also inhale, as a fine salt mist floats in the air and is blown out of a generator.

A session in this special salt room lasts approximately 45 minutes. The salt mist is reported to have anti-inflammatory effects, loosens mucus, and relieves allergies and skin diseases. The little visitors not only benefit from the game, but can also strengthen their immune system and get better faster or prevent illnesses. Many parents, especially mothers, report positive effects, especially when their children have colds. The Baby Spa House in Bremen has already become a popular place for relaxation, play and health, and not just for the little ones among us.

Health discussions about salt playgrounds

But how useful are such salt playgrounds really? While some providers rave about the health benefits, there are also critical voices. Experts such as pediatricians from the professional association express skepticism. Dr. Jakob Maske points out that inhaling salts is no longer recommended as an effective method of recovery or prevention. In addition, pulmonologist Norbert Mülleneisen provides information by pointing out that the salt particles are often not small enough to actually get into the respiratory tract.

Medical opinions point in a similar direction: visits to such salt playgrounds are not harmful, but the promised health improvements are often exaggerated. Also Dr. Oliver Wiedow, a dermatologist, is skeptical about its effectiveness in skin diseases. The North Rhine-Westphalia consumer advice center emphasizes that the health effects have not been scientifically proven. There are even reports that a provider was warned because of inadmissible advertising claims.

The role of salt air therapy

Despite the controversy, salt playrooms and similar facilities are growing in popularity. These offer an atmosphere that is characterized by salty air and is intended to relieve inflammation and open the airways. Children inhale small salt particles while playing without perceiving this as therapy. Some facilities combine playrooms with cafes for parents, creating a relaxing environment that contrasts with traditional, often crowded indoor playgrounds.

Prices for sessions in salt playrooms typically range between 10 and 20 euros per child, and more and more families could benefit from the benefits of these facilities in the future. For those families who do not have access to a salt playground, there are compact salt air devices for home use. These devices create a microclimate with fine salt particles in your own four walls, which can be particularly beneficial if children's respiratory tracts are sensitive.

In summary, the concept of the new salt playground in Bremen offers an interesting and innovative offering for families. However, whether the health promises actually hold true remains controversial. Maybe it's best to just experience for yourself what this special place has to offer!

For more information on this topic and the health aspects of salt playgrounds, take a look at the reports from RTL Nord, Pharmacy look around, and Salino.