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Canker sores in the mouth: how to recognize them and what helps
Painful sores in the mouth that burn when eating or speaking? Canker sores are a common issue that can appear suddenly and…Read moreGum inflammation: why it occurs and what helps (bleeding gums)
Swollen, painful, or bleeding gums are a common issue. Below are the most common causes and simple ways you can help yourself.Read moreCold sore: how to recognize it and what helps
Itching, blisters, and a scab on the lip? It’s most often a cold sore. See how to recognize it and what you can do already at…Read more
Knee pain – causes and what helps
Why knee pain occurs, how to identify the cause, and what you can do to relieve the issues.Read more
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: facts, myths and common issues
How to recognize candida and which issues occur most oftenRead more
Ankle sprain: symptoms and recovery
What happens in an ankle sprain and how recovery progresses.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: healing process
Why wounds heal slowly and how the healing process worksRead 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 moreNail fungus (onychomycosis): how to recognize it and what you can do
Nail fungus is a persistent problem that often lasts for months or years – here are the clear signs and what you can…Read more
Heel spur: causes, symptoms and what helps
Heel pain is often associated with overuse, inflammation, and irritation of the tissues in the foot. Below, you will learn what a heel spur is, how to recognize it, what helps relieve the problem, and when heel pain may not be caused by a heel spur at all.Read moreSore throat: causes, symptoms and what helps
Pain when swallowing, a burning sensation, or dryness in the throat are common issues. Below we explain the most common causes and how you can…Read more
Osteoarthritis – symptoms, causes and what helps
What is osteoarthritis, why it occurs, and how you can relieve the symptomsRead more
