{"product_id":"the-power-of-hot-and-cold","title":"The Power of Hot and Cold","description":"The sauna was recently ranked as the no.1 global wellness trend by the Global Wellness Summit. Cold-water swimming is a growing trend and is being proposed as a cure for all manner of things, from improving mental health to boosting immunity. But what exactly is hot and cold therapy \u0026amp; why is it important for physical and mental health?\n\nDive into the unique world of hot and cold via Finland, where a good steam and an icy dip in a lake or the sea are the foundations of wellbeing for mind, body and soul.\n\nThis definitive guide by two experts takes readers on a journey into the transformative powers of hot and cold by pairing the sauna, that quintessential hot Finnish steam bath, with a cold-water dip. Along the way, it serves up the inspiration and practical tools for creating a wellness retreat at home using the Nordic contrast bathing philosophy wherever you are in the world.\n\nThe Finnish method of alternating hot and cold boosts happiness by increasing wellbeing and connecting with nature. It's the secret to how the world's happiest nation keeps calm and carries on - no matter what life throws at them.\u003cbr\u003eASIN: 1399724932\u003cbr\u003eVSKU: BVV.1399724932.G\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Good\u003cbr\u003eAuthor\/Artist:Harju, Carita|Pantzar, Katja\u003cbr\u003eBinding: Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Any images shown are stock photographs and product may differ from what is shown.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition Notes\u003c\/b\u003e: The item shows wear from consistent use, but it remains in good condition and works perfectly. All pages and cover are intact  including the dust cover, if applicable . Spine may show signs of wear. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting. May NOT include discs, access code or other supplemental materials.  \u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Blue Vase Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43455021318205,"sku":"BVV.1399724932.G","price":11.65,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0589\/4225\/9261\/files\/1399724932-0.jpg?v=1786655540","url":"https:\/\/www.bluevasebooks.com\/products\/the-power-of-hot-and-cold","provider":"Blue Vase Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}