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Spruce resin and boswellia resin: two resins, two mechanisms – and why the combination makes sense
Spruce resin and boswellia resin may look similar at first glance—both are “resins”—but in reality they are two…Read more
Video: Ivo Konc on the 30th anniversary of the spruce resin ointment, 2020
Ivo Konc, who made the first spruce ointment in 1990, is a young man of 71. In the video...Read more
Candida: uncovering the facts, debunking the myths
In my work, I have a lot of contact with people with different kinds of problems, and I often find that many...Read more
Ankle sprain and a case of ankle dislocation treatment with Smrekovit products
Ankle sprains are a fairly common injury, and people who play sports are particularly vulnerable to them. Ankle sprains occur when...Read moreIt began and ended with a fire – a look at the beginning and end of production in Naklo
Here is a fascinating look at the beginning of the production of the first spruce ointment in 1990 and the end of the production...Read more
Swelling: Understanding the body’s natural physiological response to injury and how to respond properly
Swelling as a common companion of injuries Swelling is a common companion of injuries and can cause concern in people experiencing...Read more
Is proper running technique the key to avoiding pain while running?
Knee pain is one of the most common problems for runners, whether they are beginners or experienced athletes. According to...Read more
Spruce resin as a better alternative to wound cooling: a natural approach to faster recovery
Ice cooling has been considered the standard method for treating injuries for many years, but new findings show that it can...Read more
Open wound on the leg: How Smrekovit products help healing
An open wound on the leg can occur for a variety of reasons, but often becomes a chronic problem if the blood circulation to the leg is impaired....Read more
35 years of Smrekovit - from tradition to innovation
2025 is a special year for Smrekovit - we are celebrating 35 years of existence! What started as a small family story has...Read more
Nail Fungus
All about the problem, and the experiences of people who use Smrekovit for nail fungus Nail fungus or onychomycosis is a common...Read more
Heel spur
Causes, signs, stress factors and user experience Spruce Heel Spur is a common term for a bony growth or osteophyte that...Read more
Sore throats, sore gums, mouth sores and other mouth and lip problems
Causes, symptoms and experiences of users of Smrekovit products with mouth and lip problems Oral problems such as sore throat,...Read more
Osteoarthritis and knee pain
Causes, symptoms and experiences of Smrekovit products users with arthritis or knee pain Arthritis, osteoarthritis or wear and tear of the joints is very common...Read more
Sciatica
Causes, symptoms and help and experiences of users of Smrekovit products who have sciatica Sciatica is the common name for pain in the...Read moreIn memory of Ivo Konec 🕯
We respectfully announce that the founder of Smrekovit, Mr Ivo Konc, has gone to be with his Creator. His life was filled with...Read moreThe mission of Ivo Konc from Podreber (interview in Glas občine Naklo, December 2024)
This interview was originally published in Glas občine Naklo, December 2024. Although Ivo Konc was not born in Naklo,...Read moreWeight Loss with a Calorie Deficit: My Experience of Losing 16 kg in 4 Months and the Negative Effects of Being Overweight
The most common reasons you come to us for using Smrekovit products are arthritis and joint pain,...Read more
