With the arrival of autumn and the first drops in temperature, colds, flu, and new Covid variants are back once again. But this time, there’s good news coming straight from the heart of the Euganean Thermal Basin: our thermal waters, already renowned for their therapeutic benefits on joints through mud therapy protocols, have proven to be valuable allies for respiratory health as well. Today more than ever, Nature reminds us that it already holds the tools to help us live better. The Euganean Spas are not just an ancient tradition but a true health treasure, validated by scientific research.
Science Confirms Tradition: Thermal Water Certified as an Anti-Inflammatory Shield and a Natural Ally for the Respiratory System
A recent study published in the international journal Biomedicine, conducted by the University of Padua in collaboration with the Pietro d’Abano Thermal Studies Center, has shown that the salsobromoiodic waters of the Euganean Spas can reduce inflammation caused by the Spike protein of the SARS-CoV-2 virus.
In practical terms, inhalations with thermal water:
- strengthen the respiratory mucous membranes,
- reduce inflammation,
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hinder the action of viruses.
Professor Stefano Masiero, one of the study’s authors, highlights that in vitro treatment with thermal water reduced inflammatory cytokines and modulated the ACE2 receptor, the entry point of the virus into cells.
“The results,” he explains, “open up very interesting perspectives for the prevention and support of respiratory health.”
Dr. Fabrizio Caldara, Director of the Pietro d’Abano Studies Center, adds:
“Our waters, naturally rich in mineral salts, are safe, well-tolerated, and precious in the fight against colds, bronchitis, and respiratory tract infections.”
The Spa as a Place of Prevention
During the pandemic, many people gave up thermal treatments. Today, science overturns that perception: spa therapies are not only safe but can become a valuable preventive tool. For our region, which has safeguarded this natural treasure for centuries, this is an extraordinary confirmation: spas are not just about relaxation and well-being, but also help strengthen the immune system and improve quality of life.
The AbanoRitz Vision
At AbanoRitz, we have always believed in the medical dimension of thermal treatments — from mud therapy to ENT treatments, including rhinogenic deafness (all officially approved by the Italian Ministry of Health).
Our programs, supported by medical specialists, are designed to combine wellness and health.
The University of Padua’s study is therefore a further acknowledgment for those who choose to rely on the regenerative and preventive power of our waters.
